US Bridges

15.3-I Local Rd. over Holmes Creek

GoodPosted for load

Chase County, Kansas · 2.7E 0.9N of Clements · Structure no. 000090891005323

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
45
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

15.3-I Local Rd. over Holmes Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 15.3-I Local Rd. over Holmes Creek in Chase County, Kansas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, younger 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 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 54 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Carries15.3-I Local Rd.
CrossesHolmes Creek
Location2.7E 0.9N of Clements
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates38.31343, -96.69219
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating31.7 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45 (2014)
Projected traffic54 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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 15.3-I Local Rd. over Holmes Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is 15.3-I Local Rd. over Holmes 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does 15.3-I Local Rd. over Holmes Creek carry?

About 45 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is 15.3-I Local Rd. over Holmes Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns 15.3-I Local Rd. over Holmes Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.