US Bridges

655 AV-709 / 710 R over Stream

Good

Richardson County, Nebraska · 2.7N3.5E Fc (655-709/710) · Structure no. C007425105

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
57 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

655 AV-709 / 710 R over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying 655 AV-709 / 710 R over Stream in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935, 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 9 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 85 by 2041. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries655 AV-709 / 710 R
CrossesStream
Location2.7N3.5E Fc (655-709/710)
RouteCounty Highway 251
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1113, -95.5395
Functional classRural Local

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.4 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2022)
Projected traffic85 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 655 AV-709 / 710 R over Stream built?

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

What condition is 655 AV-709 / 710 R over Stream 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does 655 AV-709 / 710 R over Stream carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 655 AV-709 / 710 R over Stream?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m).

Who owns 655 AV-709 / 710 R over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.