US Bridges

713 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 3E1N Verdon (713-649/650) · Structure no. C007431625

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
80 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

713 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 713 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 2040. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries713 RD-649 / 650 a
CrossesMackelroy Creek
Location3E1N Verdon (713-649/650)
RouteCounty Highway 316
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1602, -95.6503
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating19.8 US tons
Inventory rating12.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span39 ft (12 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2023)
Projected traffic68 by 2040
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 713 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is 713 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does 713 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 713 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (12 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns 713 RD-649 / 650 a over Mackelroy Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.