US Bridges

Rs 1425 28 over Middle Creek

FairPosted for load

Linn County, Kansas · 1.0N 1.5E of LA Cygnes · Structure no. 000000000540038

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
57
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1425 28 over Middle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1425 28 over Middle Creek in Linn County, Kansas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 57 vehicles a day, projected to reach 225 by 2044. The structure is 62 ft (18.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1425 28
CrossesMiddle Creek
Location1.0N 1.5E of LA Cygnes
RouteCounty Highway 1425
CountyLinn County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.37511, -94.73194
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating45.7 US tons
Inventory rating27 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 (9.9 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic57 (2006)
Projected traffic225 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1425 28 over Middle Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1425 28 over Middle Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 1425 28 over Middle Creek carry?

About 57 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Rs 1425 28 over Middle 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 Rs 1425 28 over Middle Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.