US Bridges

704 Rd- 644 / 645 over Trip of Contrary CR

GoodPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 3S Salem (704-644/645) · Structure no. C007423415

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
50
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

704 Rd- 644 / 645 over Trip of Contrary CR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 704 Rd- 644 / 645 over Trip of Contrary CR in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2003, 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 12.4 mi (20 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
Carries704 Rd- 644 / 645
CrossesTrip of Contrary CR
Location3S Salem (704-644/645)
RouteCounty Highway 7882
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.0295, -95.7296
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating68.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.2 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2023)
Projected traffic85 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed12.4 mi (20 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 704 Rd- 644 / 645 over Trip of Contrary CR built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is 704 Rd- 644 / 645 over Trip of Contrary CR 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does 704 Rd- 644 / 645 over Trip of Contrary CR carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 704 Rd- 644 / 645 over Trip of Contrary CR?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns 704 Rd- 644 / 645 over Trip of Contrary CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.