US Bridges

N. Michigan over Hallmark Tributary

Good

Douglas County, Kansas · N. Michigan & Wood Creek · Structure no. 415350233221017

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
66 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,390
2013 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

N. Michigan over Hallmark Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying N. Michigan over Hallmark Tributary in Douglas County, Kansas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 6,390 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,980 by 2044. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesN. Michigan
CrossesHallmark Tributary
LocationN. Michigan & Wood Creek
RouteCity Street 3221
StateKansas
Coordinates38.98674, -95.25116
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.7 m)
Roadway width59 ft (18 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,390 (2013)
Projected traffic7,980 by 2044
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 N. Michigan over Hallmark Tributary built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is N. Michigan over Hallmark Tributary 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does N. Michigan over Hallmark Tributary carry?

About 6,390 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is N. Michigan over Hallmark Tributary?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns N. Michigan over Hallmark Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.