Arapaho Rd. over Middle Emma Creek
GoodMcPherson County, Kansas · 1.0S 7.3E of Moundridge · Structure no. 000590815305500
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Arapaho Rd. over Middle Emma Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Arapaho Rd. over Middle Emma Creek in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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.
It carries about 35 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Arapaho Rd. over Middle Emma Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Arapaho Rd. over Middle Emma 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Arapaho Rd. over Middle Emma Creek carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Arapaho Rd. over Middle Emma Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Arapaho Rd. over Middle Emma Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.