US Bridges

Local L.0-7.3 over Dry Creek

GoodPosted for load

Clay County, Kansas · 0.8N 2.0E of Morganville · Structure no. 000140839003723

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
73 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local L.0-7.3 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Local L.0-7.3 over Dry Creek in Clay County, Kansas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2042. The structure is 73 ft (22.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesLocal L.0-7.3
CrossesDry Creek
Location0.8N 2.0E of Morganville
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates39.47685, -97.16421
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length73 ft (22.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2015)
Projected traffic60 by 2042
Trucks0%
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 Local L.0-7.3 over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local L.0-7.3 over Dry 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 Local L.0-7.3 over Dry Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Local L.0-7.3 over Dry Creek?

The structure is 73 ft (22.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Local L.0-7.3 over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.