US Bridges

S Grace Hill RD over Gypsum Greek

GoodPosted for load

Harvey County, Kansas · 2.0W 0.3S of Whitewater · Structure no. 000400837005823

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
112 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

S Grace Hill RD over Gypsum Greek is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying S Grace Hill RD over Gypsum Greek in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 23 by 2042. The structure is 112 ft (34 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesS Grace Hill RD
CrossesGypsum Greek
Location2.0W 0.3S of Whitewater
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates37.95119, -97.1894
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29.1 US tons
Inventory rating15.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length112 ft (34 m)
Longest span36 ft (11.1 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 traffic20 (2006)
Projected traffic23 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$15,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S Grace Hill RD over Gypsum Greek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is S Grace Hill RD over Gypsum Greek 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 S Grace Hill RD over Gypsum Greek carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is S Grace Hill RD over Gypsum Greek?

The structure is 112 ft (34 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns S Grace Hill RD over Gypsum Greek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.