265th RD over Short Creek
GoodCowley County, Kansas · 1.6N of Cambridge · Structure no. 000000000180700
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 175
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
265th RD over Short Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 265th RD over Short Creek in Cowley County, Kansas. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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.
It carries about 175 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 210 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 265th RD over Short Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is 265th RD over Short 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 265th RD over Short Creek carry?
About 175 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is 265th RD over Short Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 265th RD over Short Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.