US Bridges

Rs 1162 18.2-7.0 over Trib. to Appanoose Creek

FairPosted for load

Franklin County, Kansas · 3.2N of Richter · Structure no. 000000000300460

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
347
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1162 18.2-7.0 over Trib. to Appanoose Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1162 18.2-7.0 over Trib. to Appanoose Creek in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 347 vehicles a day, projected to reach 36 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1162 18.2-7.0
CrossesTrib. to Appanoose Creek
Location3.2N of Richter
RouteCounty Highway 1162
CountyFranklin County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.65635, -95.37897
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic347 (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 1162 18.2-7.0 over Trib. to Appanoose Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1162 18.2-7.0 over Trib. to Appanoose 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 1162 18.2-7.0 over Trib. to Appanoose Creek carry?

About 347 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Rs 1162 18.2-7.0 over Trib. to Appanoose Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1162 18.2-7.0 over Trib. to Appanoose Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.