US Bridges

F-15.1 Local over Emma Creek

Good

Harvey County, Kansas · 1.0S 3.1E of Halstead · Structure no. 000400809105780

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
290 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

F-15.1 Local over Emma Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying F-15.1 Local over Emma Creek in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2042. The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesF-15.1 Local
CrossesEmma Creek
Location1.0S 3.1E of Halstead
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.98528, -97.44528
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 geometry6: Equal to 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 rating25.8 US tons
Inventory rating18.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length290 ft (88.4 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2006)
Projected traffic35 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$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was F-15.1 Local over Emma Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is F-15.1 Local over 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 F-15.1 Local over Emma Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is F-15.1 Local over Emma Creek?

The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns F-15.1 Local over Emma Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.