US Bridges

Local 278 F7 over Trib. to Elk Creek

PoorPosted for load

Jackson County, Kansas · 1.0N 1.9E of Soldier · Structure no. 000430969803620

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local 278 F7 over Trib. to Elk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Local 278 F7 over Trib. to Elk Creek in Jackson County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesLocal 278 F7
CrossesTrib. to Elk Creek
Location1.0N 1.9E of Soldier
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyJackson County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.55066, -95.92525
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Culvert3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating21.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.7 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15 (2018)
Projected traffic15 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$45,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Local 278 F7 over Trib. to Elk Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local 278 F7 over Trib. to Elk Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does Local 278 F7 over Trib. to Elk Creek carry?

About 15 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Local 278 F7 over Trib. to Elk Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Local 278 F7 over Trib. to Elk Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.