US Bridges

2030 RD L.1-20.3 over Fish Creek

FairPosted for load

Anderson County, Kansas · 0.6 E of 2030-KIOWA · Structure no. 000021037605307

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
53 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

2030 RD L.1-20.3 over Fish Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying 2030 RD L.1-20.3 over Fish 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2044. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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Carries2030 RD L.1-20.3
CrossesFish Creek
Location0.6 E of 2030-KIOWA
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyAnderson County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.32141, -95.31256
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, 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; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.2 US tons
Inventory rating16 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width19 ft (5.9 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2014)
Projected traffic15 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$330,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 2030 RD L.1-20.3 over Fish Creek built?

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

What condition is 2030 RD L.1-20.3 over Fish 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 2030 RD L.1-20.3 over Fish Creek carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is 2030 RD L.1-20.3 over Fish Creek?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.

Who owns 2030 RD L.1-20.3 over Fish Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.