US Bridges

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

FairPosted for load

Logan County, Kansas · 0.5N 10.3E Russell Spgs. · Structure no. 000000000550011

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
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 prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Plains RD (rs 272) over Trib to Smoky Hill River in Logan County, Kansas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, younger 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long and 30 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 10.3E Russell Spgs.
RouteCounty Highway 272
CountyLogan County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.9162, -100.98969
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length36 ft (11.1 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.7 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
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 1973, making it 52 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 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 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 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

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

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.