US Bridges

Nebraska (4.3-15) over Trib. to Middle Creek

GoodPosted for load

Franklin County, Kansas · 2.0E 2.7S of Princeton · Structure no. 000301047005127

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nebraska (4.3-15) over Trib. to Middle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nebraska (4.3-15) over Trib. to Middle Creek in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 36 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesNebraska (4.3-15)
CrossesTrib. to Middle Creek
Location2.0E 2.7S of Princeton
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyFranklin County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.45316, -95.23128
Functional classRural Local

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 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 rating38.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 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 Nebraska (4.3-15) over Trib. to Middle Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nebraska (4.3-15) 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 Nebraska (4.3-15) over Trib. to Middle Creek carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Nebraska (4.3-15) over Trib. to Middle Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Nebraska (4.3-15) over Trib. to Middle Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.