US Bridges

Rs 402 6 over Trib. to Elm Creek

GoodPosted for load

Linn County, Kansas · 4.2E of Parker · Structure no. 000000000540017

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
509
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 402 6 over Trib. to Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 402 6 over Trib. to Elm Creek in Linn 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 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 509 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 560 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesRs 402 6
CrossesTrib. to Elm Creek
Location4.2E of Parker
RouteCounty Highway 402
StateKansas
Coordinates38.33107, -94.91474
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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic509 (2006)
Projected traffic560 by 2044
Trucks10%
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 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 Rs 402 6 over Trib. to Elm Creek built?

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

What condition is Rs 402 6 over Trib. to Elm 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 402 6 over Trib. to Elm Creek carry?

About 509 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 402 6 over Trib. to Elm Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 402 6 over Trib. to Elm Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.