US Bridges

Rs 124 over Quimby Creek

GoodPosted for load

Clay County, Kansas · 1.0W 3.2S of Wakefield · Structure no. 000000000140120

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
180
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 124 over Quimby Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 124 over Quimby Creek in Clay County, Kansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 180 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 216 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRs 124
CrossesQuimby Creek
Location1.0W 3.2S of Wakefield
RouteCounty Highway 124
StateKansas
Coordinates39.1653, -97.03604
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 inspectionFebruary 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 geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating38.5 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 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 traffic180 (2015)
Projected traffic216 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 124 over Quimby Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 124 over Quimby 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 124 over Quimby Creek carry?

About 180 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 124 over Quimby Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 124 over Quimby Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.