US Bridges

Zebulon Rd. over Trib. to Middle Creek

GoodPosted for load

Marion County, Kansas · 4.8S 3.5E of Lincolnville · Structure no. 000000000570030

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
195
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Zebulon Rd. over Trib. to Middle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Zebulon Rd. over Trib. to Middle Creek in Marion County, Kansas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 195 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 234 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesZebulon Rd.
CrossesTrib. to Middle Creek
Location4.8S 3.5E of Lincolnville
RouteCounty Highway 92
StateKansas
Coordinates38.4255, -96.89342
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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic195 (2020)
Projected traffic234 by 2044
Trucks5%
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 Zebulon Rd. over Trib. to Middle Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is Zebulon Rd. over Trib. to Middle 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Zebulon Rd. over Trib. to Middle Creek carry?

About 195 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Zebulon Rd. over Trib. to Middle Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Zebulon Rd. over Trib. to Middle Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.