US Bridges

710 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek

GoodPosted for load

Richardson County, Nebraska · 3N3E Fc (710rd-654/655A) · Structure no. C007442230

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
144 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
40
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

710 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 710 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek in Richardson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 52 by 2041. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).

Location

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Carries710 RD-654 / 655 a
CrossesHalfbreed Creek
Location3N3E Fc (710rd-654/655A)
RouteCounty Highway 422
CountyRichardson County
StateNebraska
Coordinates40.1162, -95.5423
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.1 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length144 ft (43.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2022)
Projected traffic52 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 710 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is 710 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek 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 September 2022.

How much traffic does 710 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 710 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek?

The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns 710 RD-654 / 655 a over Halfbreed Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.