Rs 308 RD31 over North Bear Creek
GoodPosted for loadHamilton County, Kansas · 10.0S 7.9W of Syracuse · Structure no. 000000000380040
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 485
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rs 308 RD31 over North Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 308 RD31 over North Bear Creek in Hamilton County, Kansas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 485 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 745 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rs 308 RD31 over North Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rs 308 RD31 over North Bear 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Rs 308 RD31 over North Bear Creek carry?
About 485 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Rs 308 RD31 over North Bear Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Rs 308 RD31 over North Bear Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.