US Bridges

Q-17.6 Rs 306 over Trib. to Mid. Emma Creek

Fair

Harvey County, Kansas · 1.0E of Hesston · Structure no. 000000000400243

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,825
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Q-17.6 Rs 306 over Trib. to Mid. Emma Creek is a concrete slab carrying Q-17.6 Rs 306 over Trib. to Mid. Emma Creek in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 1,825 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,130 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesQ-17.6 Rs 306
CrossesTrib. to Mid. Emma Creek
Location1.0E of Hesston
RouteCounty Highway 306
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.14472, -97.39889
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.5 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,825 (2006)
Projected traffic2,130 by 2042
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$12,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Q-17.6 Rs 306 over Trib. to Mid. Emma Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Q-17.6 Rs 306 over Trib. to Mid. Emma 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Q-17.6 Rs 306 over Trib. to Mid. Emma Creek carry?

About 1,825 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Q-17.6 Rs 306 over Trib. to Mid. Emma Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Q-17.6 Rs 306 over Trib. to Mid. Emma Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.