US Bridges

Seneca RD (rs 272) over S. Branch Hackberry Cr.

Fair

Logan County, Kansas · 11.5S 1.2E of Oakley · Structure no. 000000000550012

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
185
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Seneca RD (rs 272) over S. Branch Hackberry Cr. is a concrete culvert carrying Seneca RD (rs 272) over S. Branch Hackberry Cr. in Logan 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 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.

It carries about 185 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSeneca RD (rs 272)
CrossesS. Branch Hackberry Cr.
Location11.5S 1.2E of Oakley
RouteCounty Highway 272
CountyLogan County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.96042, -100.83042
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic185 (2020)
Projected traffic200 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Seneca RD (rs 272) over S. Branch Hackberry Cr. built?

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

What condition is Seneca RD (rs 272) over S. Branch Hackberry Cr. 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 Seneca RD (rs 272) over S. Branch Hackberry Cr. carry?

About 185 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Seneca RD (rs 272) over S. Branch Hackberry Cr.?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Seneca RD (rs 272) over S. Branch Hackberry Cr.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.