US Bridges

646 AV-713 / 714 R over Sardine Branch

GoodPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 1.5N Verdon (646-713/714) · Structure no. C007423315

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
126 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
185
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

646 AV-713 / 714 R over Sardine Branch is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 646 AV-713 / 714 R over Sardine Branch in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 185 vehicles a day, projected to reach 185 by 2040. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries646 AV-713 / 714 R
CrossesSardine Branch
Location1.5N Verdon (646-713/714)
RouteCounty Highway 7895
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1679, -95.7094
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length126 ft (38.4 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic185 (2021)
Projected traffic185 by 2040
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 646 AV-713 / 714 R over Sardine Branch built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is 646 AV-713 / 714 R over Sardine Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2021.

How much traffic does 646 AV-713 / 714 R over Sardine Branch carry?

About 185 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is 646 AV-713 / 714 R over Sardine Branch?

The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns 646 AV-713 / 714 R over Sardine Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.