US Bridges

704 Rd-West 652A over Pony Creek

GoodPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 73/159 2S .2E (704-W 652) · Structure no. C007423430

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
120
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

704 Rd-West 652A over Pony Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 704 Rd-West 652A over Pony Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 120 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2040. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

Carries704 Rd-West 652A
CrossesPony Creek
Location73/159 2S .2E (704-W 652)
RouteCounty Highway 3590
Coordinates40.0304, -95.5966
Functional classRural Major 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
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 adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic120 (2023)
Projected traffic100 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 704 Rd-West 652A over Pony Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is 704 Rd-West 652A over Pony 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does 704 Rd-West 652A over Pony Creek carry?

About 120 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 704 Rd-West 652A over Pony Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns 704 Rd-West 652A over Pony Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.