US Bridges

252nd RD over Trib. to Spring Creek

GoodPosted for load

Cowley County, Kansas · 2.7E of Geuda Springs · Structure no. 000000000180320

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
855
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

252nd RD over Trib. to Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 252nd RD over Trib. to Spring Creek in Cowley County, Kansas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 855 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,025 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Carries252nd RD
CrossesTrib. to Spring Creek
Location2.7E of Geuda Springs
RouteCounty Highway 160
StateKansas
Coordinates37.11411, -97.10142
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 inspectionJanuary 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic855 (2021)
Projected traffic1,025 by 2044
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 252nd RD over Trib. to Spring Creek built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is 252nd RD over Trib. to Spring 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does 252nd RD over Trib. to Spring Creek carry?

About 855 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 252nd RD over Trib. to Spring Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns 252nd RD over Trib. to Spring Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.