US Bridges

Cty RD 290(11-O.3) over Trib. to Slate Creek

FairPosted for load

Greenwood County, Kansas · 3.0N 5.6W of Hamilton · Structure no. 000370935405720

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cty RD 290(11-O.3) over Trib. to Slate Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Cty RD 290(11-O.3) over Trib. to Slate Creek in Greenwood County, Kansas. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 5 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesCty RD 290(11-O.3)
CrossesTrib. to Slate Creek
Location3.0N 5.6W of Hamilton
RouteCounty Highway 3716
CountyGreenwood County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.02833, -96.26222
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.7 US tons
Inventory rating23.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.7 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2006)
Projected traffic30 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$91,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cty RD 290(11-O.3) over Trib. to Slate Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cty RD 290(11-O.3) over Trib. to Slate 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 Cty RD 290(11-O.3) over Trib. to Slate Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Cty RD 290(11-O.3) over Trib. to Slate Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Cty RD 290(11-O.3) over Trib. to Slate Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.