US Bridges

Rs 338 Bsn 270 over Trib. to West Marsh Ck.

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Jewell County, Kansas · 3.6S of Formoso · Structure no. 000000000450270

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
106
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 338 Bsn 270 over Trib. to West Marsh Ck. is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 338 Bsn 270 over Trib. to West Marsh Ck. in Jewell County, Kansas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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.

It carries about 106 vehicles a day, projected to reach 106 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 338 Bsn 270
CrossesTrib. to West Marsh Ck.
Location3.6S of Formoso
RouteCounty Highway 338
CountyJewell County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.72466, -97.98763
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.2 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic106 (2018)
Projected traffic106 by 2044
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$150,000 (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 338 Bsn 270 over Trib. to West Marsh Ck. built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 338 Bsn 270 over Trib. to West Marsh Ck. 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 338 Bsn 270 over Trib. to West Marsh Ck. carry?

About 106 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Rs 338 Bsn 270 over Trib. to West Marsh Ck.?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 338 Bsn 270 over Trib. to West Marsh Ck.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.