US Bridges

Rs 1446 Bsn 670 over Trib. to East Marsh Ck.

Good

Jewell County, Kansas · 2.0E 2.5N of Montrose · Structure no. 000000000450670

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
55
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1446 Bsn 670 over Trib. to East Marsh Ck. is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1446 Bsn 670 over Trib. to East Marsh Ck. in Jewell County, Kansas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 55 vehicles a day, projected to reach 70 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesRs 1446 Bsn 670
CrossesTrib. to East Marsh Ck.
Location2.0E 2.5N of Montrose
RouteCounty Highway 1446
StateKansas
Coordinates39.82153, -98.04511
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44.4 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55 (2018)
Projected traffic70 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$175,000 (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1446 Bsn 670 over Trib. to East Marsh Ck. built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1446 Bsn 670 over Trib. to East 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 1446 Bsn 670 over Trib. to East Marsh Ck. carry?

About 55 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Rs 1446 Bsn 670 over Trib. to East Marsh Ck.?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1446 Bsn 670 over Trib. to East Marsh Ck.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.