US Bridges

Rs 447 4th. Ave. over Trib. Smoky Hill River

GoodPosted for load

McPherson County, Kansas · 1.0W 1.3N of Marquette · Structure no. 000000000590600

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 447 4th. Ave. over Trib. Smoky Hill River is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 447 4th. Ave. over Trib. Smoky Hill River in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 75 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 447 4th. Ave.
CrossesTrib. Smoky Hill River
Location1.0W 1.3N of Marquette
RouteCounty Highway 447
CountyMcPherson County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.5731, -97.85084
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2020)
Projected traffic75 by 2040
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 447 4th. Ave. over Trib. Smoky Hill River built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 447 4th. Ave. over Trib. 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 447 4th. Ave. over Trib. Smoky Hill River carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Rs 447 4th. Ave. over Trib. Smoky Hill River?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Rs 447 4th. Ave. over Trib. Smoky Hill River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.