US Bridges

Ellis (5-18.5) over Trib. to Middle Creek

GoodPosted for load

Franklin County, Kansas · 4.5W 1.5N of Lane · Structure no. 000301053505120

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
45
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ellis (5-18.5) over Trib. to Middle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ellis (5-18.5) over Trib. to Middle Creek in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older 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 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 54 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesEllis (5-18.5)
CrossesTrib. to Middle Creek
Location4.5W 1.5N of Lane
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates38.46282, -95.16646
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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 rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 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 traffic45 (2013)
Projected traffic54 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 Ellis (5-18.5) over Trib. to Middle Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ellis (5-18.5) 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Ellis (5-18.5) over Trib. to Middle Creek carry?

About 45 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Ellis (5-18.5) over Trib. to Middle Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Ellis (5-18.5) over Trib. to Middle Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.