US Bridges

715 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 2S4W BARADA(715-649/650) · Structure no. C007421225

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
72 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

715 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying 715 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 17 by 2040. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries715 RD-649 / 650 a
CrossesMackelroy Creek
Location2S4W BARADA(715-649/650)
RouteCounty Highway 212
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1895, -95.6481
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating33.1 US tons
Inventory rating18.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.3 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2023)
Projected traffic17 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18.6 mi (30 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 715 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is 715 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does 715 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 715 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns 715 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.