US Bridges

Rs 256 3.0-14.6 over Trib. to Middle Creek

FairPosted for load

Franklin County, Kansas · 2.0N 0.6E of Richmond · Structure no. 000000000300310

Built
1946
79 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
150
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 256 3.0-14.6 over Trib. to Middle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 256 3.0-14.6 over Trib. to Middle Creek in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 36 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 256 3.0-14.6
CrossesTrib. to Middle Creek
Location2.0N 0.6E of Richmond
RouteCounty Highway 265
CountyFranklin County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.43384, -95.2375
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.5 US tons
Inventory rating19.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic150 (2013)
Projected traffic36 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Rs 256 3.0-14.6 over Trib. to Middle Creek built?

It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 256 3.0-14.6 over Trib. to Middle Creek 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 256 3.0-14.6 over Trib. to Middle Creek carry?

About 150 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Rs 256 3.0-14.6 over Trib. to Middle Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 256 3.0-14.6 over Trib. to Middle Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.