US Bridges

Fleming ST over Drainage Ditch #1

GoodPosted for load

Finney County, Kansas · Between Johnson & Fair ST · Structure no. 409850281419438

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,700
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fleming ST over Drainage Ditch #1 is a concrete culvert carrying Fleming ST over Drainage Ditch #1 in Finney County, Kansas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,920 by 2041. The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesFleming ST
CrossesDrainage Ditch #1
LocationBetween Johnson & Fair ST
RouteCity Street 1419
CountyFinney County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.98166, -100.85418
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32 US tons
Inventory rating19.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length48 ft (14.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.4 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,700 (2022)
Projected traffic7,920 by 2041
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Fleming ST over Drainage Ditch #1 built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fleming ST over Drainage Ditch #1 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 2023.

How much traffic does Fleming ST over Drainage Ditch #1 carry?

About 3,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Fleming ST over Drainage Ditch #1?

The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns Fleming ST over Drainage Ditch #1?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.