US Bridges

Douglas (4-14.8) over Trib. to Middle Creek

FairPosted for load

Franklin County, Kansas · 3.0N 1.8E of Richmond · Structure no. 000301045805140

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Douglas (4-14.8) over Trib. to Middle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Douglas (4-14.8) over Trib. to Middle Creek in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 36 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesDouglas (4-14.8)
CrossesTrib. to Middle Creek
Location3.0N 1.8E of Richmond
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyFranklin County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.44839, -95.23553
Functional classRural Local

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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.7 US tons
Inventory rating27.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (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 Douglas (4-14.8) over Trib. to Middle Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Douglas (4-14.8) 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 Douglas (4-14.8) over Trib. to Middle Creek carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Douglas (4-14.8) over Trib. to Middle Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Douglas (4-14.8) over Trib. to Middle Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.