US Bridges

Rs 324 254 L5 over Trib. to Elk Creek

FairPosted for load

Jackson County, Kansas · 1.6E of Circleville · Structure no. 000000000430210

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
238
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 324 254 L5 over Trib. to Elk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 324 254 L5 over Trib. to Elk Creek in Jackson County, Kansas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 238 vehicles a day, projected to reach 238 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 324 254 L5
CrossesTrib. to Elk Creek
Location1.6E of Circleville
RouteCounty Highway 324
CountyJackson County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.50687, -95.81898
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating27 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic238 (2018)
Projected traffic238 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Rs 324 254 L5 over Trib. to Elk Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 324 254 L5 over Trib. to Elk 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 324 254 L5 over Trib. to Elk Creek carry?

About 238 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Rs 324 254 L5 over Trib. to Elk Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Rs 324 254 L5 over Trib. to Elk Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.