US Bridges

Rs 4 over Branch of Deer Creek

FairPosted for load

Allen County, Kansas · 5.1W of Mildred · Structure no. 000000000010180

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
108
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 4 over Branch of Deer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 4 over Branch of Deer Creek in Allen County, Kansas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 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 108 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 129 by 2044. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 4
CrossesBranch of Deer Creek
Location5.1W of Mildred
RouteCounty Highway 4
CountyAllen County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.02346, -95.27392
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic108 (2006)
Projected traffic129 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$116,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 4 over Branch of Deer Creek built?

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

What condition is Rs 4 over Branch of Deer 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 4 over Branch of Deer Creek carry?

About 108 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Rs 4 over Branch of Deer Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Rs 4 over Branch of Deer Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.