US Bridges

Q-15.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River

PoorPosted for load

Chase County, Kansas · 2.4N 0.6E of Bazaar · Structure no. 000090907005328

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Q-15.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Q-15.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River in Chase County, Kansas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 48 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesQ-15.8 Local Rd.
CrossesTrib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River
Location2.4N 0.6E of Bazaar
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyChase County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.30718, -96.52057
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2014)
Projected traffic48 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Q-15.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is Q-15.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does Q-15.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Q-15.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Q-15.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.