US Bridges

Rs 1647 22.1-8.0 over Cole Creek

FairPosted for load

Franklin County, Kansas · In Centropolis · Structure no. 000000000300710

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
295
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1647 22.1-8.0 over Cole Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1647 22.1-8.0 over Cole Creek in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 295 vehicles a day, projected to reach 354 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1647 22.1-8.0
CrossesCole Creek
LocationIn Centropolis
RouteCounty Highway 1647
CountyFranklin County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.71401, -95.35036
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.7 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic295 (2013)
Projected traffic354 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 1647 22.1-8.0 over Cole Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1647 22.1-8.0 over Cole 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 1647 22.1-8.0 over Cole Creek carry?

About 295 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Rs 1647 22.1-8.0 over Cole Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1647 22.1-8.0 over Cole Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.