US Bridges

Rs 1385 134 U4 over East Fork Muddy Creek

FairPosted for load

Jackson County, Kansas · 2.5E 3.0N of Hoyt · Structure no. 000000000430400

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
204
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1385 134 U4 over East Fork Muddy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1385 134 U4 over East Fork Muddy Creek in Jackson County, Kansas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 204 vehicles a day, projected to reach 207 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1385 134 U4
CrossesEast Fork Muddy Creek
Location2.5E 3.0N of Hoyt
RouteCounty Highway 1385
CountyJackson County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.28869, -95.65451
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25.2 US tons
Inventory rating15.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.5 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic204 (2018)
Projected traffic207 by 2044
Trucks0%
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 1385 134 U4 over East Fork Muddy Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1385 134 U4 over East Fork Muddy 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 1385 134 U4 over East Fork Muddy Creek carry?

About 204 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Rs 1385 134 U4 over East Fork Muddy Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1385 134 U4 over East Fork Muddy Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.