US Bridges

Scout RD (rs 380) over Walnut Creek

GoodPosted for load

Lane County, Kansas · 8.0N 8.0E of Dighton · Structure no. 000000000510150

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
35
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Scout RD (rs 380) over Walnut Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Scout RD (rs 380) over Walnut Creek in Lane County, Kansas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2043. The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesScout RD (rs 380)
CrossesWalnut Creek
Location8.0N 8.0E of Dighton
RouteCounty Highway 380
StateKansas
Coordinates38.59395, -100.32194
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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.2 US tons
Inventory rating25.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length62 ft (18.8 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2021)
Projected traffic45 by 2043
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Scout RD (rs 380) over Walnut Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Scout RD (rs 380) over Walnut Creek 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Scout RD (rs 380) over Walnut Creek carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is Scout RD (rs 380) over Walnut Creek?

The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Scout RD (rs 380) over Walnut Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.