US Bridges

Kentucky (6.2-10) over Trib. to Middle Creek

GoodPosted for load

Franklin County, Kansas · 3.0E of Princeton · Structure no. 000301037005088

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kentucky (6.2-10) over Trib. to Middle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Kentucky (6.2-10) over Trib. to Middle Creek in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 30 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesKentucky (6.2-10)
CrossesTrib. to Middle Creek
Location3.0E of Princeton
RouteCounty Highway 3005
CountyFranklin County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.48173, -95.32283
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30.3 US tons
Inventory rating18.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2013)
Projected traffic30 by 2043
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Kentucky (6.2-10) over Trib. to Middle Creek built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Kentucky (6.2-10) over Trib. to Middle Creek 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Kentucky (6.2-10) over Trib. to Middle Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Kentucky (6.2-10) over Trib. to Middle Creek?

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

Who owns Kentucky (6.2-10) over Trib. to Middle Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.