US Bridges

E-15.1 Local over Emma Creek

FairPosted for load

Harvey County, Kansas · 6.4W 1.0N Int. I135-K196 · Structure no. 000400809105800

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
241 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

E-15.1 Local over Emma Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying E-15.1 Local over Emma Creek in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 47 by 2042. The structure is 241 ft (73.5 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesE-15.1 Local
CrossesEmma Creek
Location6.4W 1.0N Int. I135-K196
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.97056, -97.44278
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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 rating26.6 US tons
Inventory rating15.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans8
Design loadUnknown
Structure length241 ft (73.5 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2006)
Projected traffic47 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was E-15.1 Local over Emma Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

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

About 40 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is E-15.1 Local over Emma Creek?

The structure is 241 ft (73.5 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns E-15.1 Local over Emma Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.