US Bridges

17E Road (rs 182) over Long Branch Creek

Good

Decatur County, Kansas · 2.4N 1.3W of Norcatur · Structure no. 000000000200090

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
96 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

17E Road (rs 182) over Long Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 17E Road (rs 182) over Long Branch Creek in Decatur County, Kansas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 110 by 2044. The structure is 96 ft (29.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries17E Road (rs 182)
CrossesLong Branch Creek
Location2.4N 1.3W of Norcatur
RouteCounty Highway 182
CountyDecatur County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.87306, -100.21672
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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33.1 US tons
Inventory rating18.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans9
Design loadH 15
Structure length96 ft (29.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic110 by 2044
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 17E Road (rs 182) over Long Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is 17E Road (rs 182) over Long Branch 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does 17E Road (rs 182) over Long Branch Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 17E Road (rs 182) over Long Branch Creek?

The structure is 96 ft (29.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns 17E Road (rs 182) over Long Branch Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.