US Bridges

Rs 302 NW 100 RD over Rush Creek

GoodPosted for load

Harper County, Kansas · 1.0N 3.5W of Harper · Structure no. 000000000390230

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
100 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
138
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 302 NW 100 RD over Rush Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rs 302 NW 100 RD over Rush Creek in Harper County, Kansas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 138 vehicles a day, projected to reach 160 by 2043. The structure is 100 ft (30.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 302 NW 100 RD
CrossesRush Creek
Location1.0N 3.5W of Harper
RouteCounty Highway 302
CountyHarper County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.29714, -98.09086
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.2 US tons
Inventory rating20.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length100 ft (30.6 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic138 (2021)
Projected traffic160 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$193,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 302 NW 100 RD over Rush Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 302 NW 100 RD over Rush 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 302 NW 100 RD over Rush Creek carry?

About 138 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Rs 302 NW 100 RD over Rush Creek?

The structure is 100 ft (30.6 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 302 NW 100 RD over Rush Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.