US Bridges

658 AV-711R/712T over Winnebago Creek

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 2W 6N Rulo (658-711/712T) · Structure no. C007425715

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 2014
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
132 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
40
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

658 AV-711R/712T over Winnebago Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying 658 AV-711R/712T over Winnebago Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2014, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 68 by 2033. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries658 AV-711R/712T
CrossesWinnebago Creek
Location2W 6N Rulo (658-711/712T)
RouteCounty Highway 257
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1425, -95.4827
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.2 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length132 ft (40.2 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.5 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2003)
Projected traffic68 by 2033
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 658 AV-711R/712T over Winnebago Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.

What condition is 658 AV-711R/712T over Winnebago Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does 658 AV-711R/712T over Winnebago Creek carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is 658 AV-711R/712T over Winnebago Creek?

The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns 658 AV-711R/712T over Winnebago Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.