US Bridges

713 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 4S1.2E Bar (713-654/655) · Structure no. C007431635

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
35
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

713 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 713 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 85 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 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2041. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 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-654 / 655 a
CrossesHalfbreed Creek
Location4S1.2E Bar (713-654/655)
RouteCounty Highway 316
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1597, -95.5509
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
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 rating70.5 US tons
Inventory rating41.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2022)
Projected traffic45 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 713 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is 713 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does 713 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 713 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns 713 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.