US Bridges

Rs 123 over West Chapman Creek

GoodPosted for load

Clay County, Kansas · 1.5N of Longford · Structure no. 000000000140020

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
170
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 123 over West Chapman Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 123 over West Chapman Creek in Clay 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 170 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 204 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRs 123
CrossesWest Chapman Creek
Location1.5N of Longford
RouteCounty Highway 123
StateKansas
Coordinates39.19669, -97.33435
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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 geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.7 US tons
Inventory rating17.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length62 ft (18.8 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic170 (2015)
Projected traffic204 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Rs 123 over West Chapman Creek built?

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

What condition is Rs 123 over West Chapman 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 123 over West Chapman Creek carry?

About 170 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 123 over West Chapman Creek?

The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 123 over West Chapman Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.