US Bridges

704 RD-645A / 645B over Contrary Creek

Good

Richardson County, Nebraska · 1.5S 7W Fc (704-645/645B) · Structure no. C007423420

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

704 RD-645A / 645B over Contrary Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 704 RD-645A / 645B over Contrary Creek 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.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries704 RD-645A / 645B
CrossesContrary Creek
Location1.5S 7W Fc (704-645/645B)
RouteCounty Highway 7882
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.0295, -95.7248
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.3 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2022)
Projected traffic50 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 704 RD-645A / 645B over Contrary Creek built?

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

What condition is 704 RD-645A / 645B over Contrary Creek 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 May 2022.

How much traffic does 704 RD-645A / 645B over Contrary Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 704 RD-645A / 645B over Contrary Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 704 RD-645A / 645B over Contrary Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.