US Bridges

Q-19.4 Rs 306 over East Emma Creek

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Harvey County, Kansas · 2.4E of Hesston · Structure no. 000000000400250

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
149 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,825
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Q-19.4 Rs 306 over East Emma Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Q-19.4 Rs 306 over East Emma Creek in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 1,825 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,130 by 2042. The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesQ-19.4 Rs 306
CrossesEast Emma Creek
Location2.4E of Hesston
RouteCounty Highway 306
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.14444, -97.36472
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.2 US tons
Inventory rating46.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length149 ft (45.4 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.6 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Q-19.4 Rs 306 over East Emma Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Q-19.4 Rs 306 over East Emma 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Q-19.4 Rs 306 over East Emma Creek carry?

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

How long is Q-19.4 Rs 306 over East Emma Creek?

The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Q-19.4 Rs 306 over East Emma Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.