E 8th St. over Montgomery Street Ditch
FairPosted for loadEllis County, Kansas · E. 8th St. in Hays · Structure no. 412100261702010
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,620
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
E 8th St. over Montgomery Street Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying E 8th St. over Montgomery Street Ditch in Ellis County, Kansas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5,620 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,600 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long and 58 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E 8th St. over Montgomery Street Ditch built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is E 8th St. over Montgomery Street Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does E 8th St. over Montgomery Street Ditch carry?
About 5,620 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is E 8th St. over Montgomery Street Ditch?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns E 8th St. over Montgomery Street Ditch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.