US Bridges

Plains RD (rs 272) over Trib to Smoky Hill River

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Logan County, Kansas · 0.5N 9.3E Russell Springs · Structure no. 000000000550010

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Plains RD (rs 272) over Trib to Smoky Hill River is a concrete culvert carrying Plains RD (rs 272) over Trib to Smoky Hill River in Logan County, Kansas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesPlains RD (rs 272)
CrossesTrib to Smoky Hill River
Location0.5N 9.3E Russell Springs
RouteCounty Highway 272
CountyLogan County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.91628, -101.00777
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.9 US tons
Inventory rating22.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.5 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 traffic50 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 Trib to Smoky Hill River built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is Plains RD (rs 272) over Trib to Smoky Hill River 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Plains RD (rs 272) over Trib to Smoky Hill River carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Plains RD (rs 272) over Trib to Smoky Hill River?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Plains RD (rs 272) over Trib to Smoky Hill River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.