US Bridges

Rs 1961 14th. Ave over Trib. to Indian Creek

Good

McPherson County, Kansas · 9.1N of Mcpherson · Structure no. 000000000590980

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,110
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1961 14th. Ave over Trib. to Indian Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1961 14th. Ave over Trib. to Indian Creek in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 2,110 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1961 14th. Ave
CrossesTrib. to Indian Creek
Location9.1N of Mcpherson
RouteCounty Highway 1961
CountyMcPherson County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.50101, -97.66654
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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,110 (2020)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2040
Trucks12%
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 Rs 1961 14th. Ave over Trib. to Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1961 14th. Ave over Trib. to Indian Creek 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 1961 14th. Ave over Trib. to Indian Creek carry?

About 2,110 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Rs 1961 14th. Ave over Trib. to Indian Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1961 14th. Ave over Trib. to Indian Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.