US Bridges

711 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream

PoorPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 1.7E 1S Verd (711-647/648 · Structure no. C007422025

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
72 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

711 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream is a steel truss - thru carrying 711 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2033. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Carries711 RD-647 / 648 a
CrossesStream
Location1.7E 1S Verd (711-647/648
RouteCounty Highway 220
Coordinates40.1312, -95.6765
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating22 US tons
Inventory rating13.2 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 width18 ft (5.5 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15 (2003)
Projected traffic25 by 2033
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 711 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream built?

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

What condition is 711 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does 711 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream carry?

About 15 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 711 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns 711 RD-647 / 648 a over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.