US Bridges

Rs 123 over Trib to N Branch 5 Creek

GoodPosted for load

Clay County, Kansas · 0.6W 5.1N of Idana · Structure no. 000000000140070

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1970
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
345
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 123 over Trib to N Branch 5 Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 123 over Trib to N Branch 5 Creek in Clay County, Kansas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 85 years old, older 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 345 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 414 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRs 123
CrossesTrib to N Branch 5 Creek
Location0.6W 5.1N of Idana
RouteCounty Highway 123
StateKansas
Coordinates39.43027, -97.27501
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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic345 (2015)
Projected traffic414 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 123 over Trib to N Branch 5 Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.

What condition is Rs 123 over Trib to N Branch 5 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 123 over Trib to N Branch 5 Creek carry?

About 345 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 123 over Trib to N Branch 5 Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 123 over Trib to N Branch 5 Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.