RD 15 over S. Branch of Rattlesnake
GoodKiowa County, Kansas · 2.5E of Mullinville · Structure no. 000490591006322
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 93 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
RD 15 over S. Branch of Rattlesnake is a concrete continuous slab carrying RD 15 over S. Branch of Rattlesnake in Kiowa County, Kansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 45 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 55 by 2046. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RD 15 over S. Branch of Rattlesnake built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is RD 15 over S. Branch of Rattlesnake 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does RD 15 over S. Branch of Rattlesnake carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is RD 15 over S. Branch of Rattlesnake?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns RD 15 over S. Branch of Rattlesnake?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.