US Bridges

638 AV-716 / 717 R over Whiskey Run

FairPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 4.5W1.5S STEL(638-716717) · Structure no. C007441705

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
90 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

638 AV-716 / 717 R over Whiskey Run is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 638 AV-716 / 717 R over Whiskey Run in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 5 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 13 by 2041. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries638 AV-716 / 717 R
CrossesWhiskey Run
Location4.5W1.5S STEL(638-716717)
RouteCounty Highway 417
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.2126, -95.8585
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating7.7 US tons
Inventory rating5.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length90 ft (27.4 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2022)
Projected traffic13 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 638 AV-716 / 717 R over Whiskey Run built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is 638 AV-716 / 717 R over Whiskey Run 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 638 AV-716 / 717 R over Whiskey Run carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 638 AV-716 / 717 R over Whiskey Run?

The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns 638 AV-716 / 717 R over Whiskey Run?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.