US Bridges

711 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 4N Fc (711-650/651) · Structure no. C007422035

Built
1985
40 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
68 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
35
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

711 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 711 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1985 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 6 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 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2041. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries711 RD-650 / 651 a
CrossesGoolsby Creek
Location4N Fc (711-650/651)
RouteCounty Highway 220
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.131, -95.6239
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.6 US tons
Inventory rating23.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2022)
Projected traffic45 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 711 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is 711 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does 711 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 711 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns 711 RD-650 / 651 a over Goolsby Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.