US Bridges

1300 RD K.5-13.0 over Trib. to Cedar Creek

FairPosted for load

Anderson County, Kansas · 5.0S 4.0W of Garnett · Structure no. 000000000020046

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
96
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

1300 RD K.5-13.0 over Trib. to Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 1300 RD K.5-13.0 over Trib. to Cedar Creek in Anderson County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 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 96 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 115 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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Carries1300 RD K.5-13.0
CrossesTrib. to Cedar Creek
Location5.0S 4.0W of Garnett
RouteCounty Highway 2099
CountyAnderson County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.21297, -95.32499
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating6.8 US tons
Inventory rating3.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic96 (2014)
Projected traffic115 by 2044
Trucks25%
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$250,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 1300 RD K.5-13.0 over Trib. to Cedar Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is 1300 RD K.5-13.0 over Trib. to Cedar 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does 1300 RD K.5-13.0 over Trib. to Cedar Creek carry?

About 96 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is 1300 RD K.5-13.0 over Trib. to Cedar Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns 1300 RD K.5-13.0 over Trib. to Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.