US Bridges

Rs 314 (rd 228) over Trib. to Pawnee River

GoodPosted for load

Hodgeman County, Kansas · 7.5N of Hanston · Structure no. 000000000420020

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
75
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 314 (rd 228) over Trib. to Pawnee River is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 314 (rd 228) over Trib. to Pawnee River in Hodgeman County, Kansas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older 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 75 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 314 (rd 228)
CrossesTrib. to Pawnee River
Location7.5N of Hanston
RouteCounty Highway 314
CountyHodgeman County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.23483, -99.71688
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating23.1 US tons
Inventory rating13.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 15
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic75 (2018)
Projected traffic160 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 314 (rd 228) over Trib. to Pawnee River built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 314 (rd 228) over Trib. to Pawnee River 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 314 (rd 228) over Trib. to Pawnee River carry?

About 75 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 314 (rd 228) over Trib. to Pawnee River?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 314 (rd 228) over Trib. to Pawnee River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.