US Bridges

Local Q.5-14.2 over Lincoln Creek

Good

Clay County, Kansas · 3.5E of Clay Center · Structure no. 000140849503862

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2015 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local Q.5-14.2 over Lincoln Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Local Q.5-14.2 over Lincoln Creek in Clay County, Kansas. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2042. The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesLocal Q.5-14.2
CrossesLincoln Creek
Location3.5E of Clay Center
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates39.37974, -97.06379
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating103 US tons
Inventory rating61.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 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 closed3.7 mi (6 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 Q.5-14.2 over Lincoln Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local Q.5-14.2 over Lincoln 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 Q.5-14.2 over Lincoln Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2015 count).

How long is Local Q.5-14.2 over Lincoln Creek?

The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Local Q.5-14.2 over Lincoln Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.