US Bridges

Rs 1492 3400 St. over Branch of Elm Creek

GoodPosted for load

Allen County, Kansas · 3.0W 0.5N JCT US 59&54 · Structure no. 000000000010600

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
36 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
86
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1492 3400 St. over Branch of Elm Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rs 1492 3400 St. over Branch of Elm 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 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 86 vehicles a day, projected to reach 86 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesRs 1492 3400 St.
CrossesBranch of Elm Creek
Location3.0W 0.5N JCT US 59&54
RouteCounty Highway 1492
StateKansas
Coordinates37.97153, -95.22522
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 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
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.6 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic86 (2006)
Projected traffic86 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1492 3400 St. over Branch of Elm Creek built?

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

What condition is Rs 1492 3400 St. over Branch of Elm 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 1492 3400 St. over Branch of Elm Creek carry?

About 86 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Rs 1492 3400 St. over Branch of Elm Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.6 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1492 3400 St. over Branch of Elm Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.