Rs 131 over Otter Creek
FairPosted for loadClay County, Kansas · 1.5S 2.5E of Ladysmith · Structure no. 000000000140330
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 175
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rs 131 over Otter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 131 over Otter Creek in Clay County, Kansas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 175 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 210 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rs 131 over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rs 131 over Otter Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does Rs 131 over Otter Creek carry?
About 175 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Rs 131 over Otter Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.6 m).
Who owns Rs 131 over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.