US Bridges

Plains RD (rs 272) over Sixmile Gulch

FairPosted for load

Logan County, Kansas · 0.5N 6.1E Russell Springs · Structure no. 000000000550008

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
108 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Plains RD (rs 272) over Sixmile Gulch is a concrete culvert carrying Plains RD (rs 272) over Sixmile Gulch in Logan County, Kansas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 6 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2044. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPlains RD (rs 272)
CrossesSixmile Gulch
Location0.5N 6.1E Russell Springs
RouteCounty Highway 272
CountyLogan County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.9169, -101.06735
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26.1 US tons
Inventory rating15.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans10
Design loadH 15
Structure length108 ft (32.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2020)
Projected traffic60 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 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 Plains RD (rs 272) over Sixmile Gulch built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Plains RD (rs 272) over Sixmile Gulch 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Plains RD (rs 272) over Sixmile Gulch carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Plains RD (rs 272) over Sixmile Gulch?

The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Plains RD (rs 272) over Sixmile Gulch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.