US Bridges

160 Rd. over Bruno Creek

FairPosted for load

Marion County, Kansas · 4.0N 2.8E of Florence · Structure no. 000570871805341

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

160 Rd. over Bruno Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 160 Rd. over Bruno Creek in Marion 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries160 Rd.
CrossesBruno Creek
Location4.0N 2.8E of Florence
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMarion County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.3035, -96.85842
Functional classRural Local

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating42.7 US tons
Inventory rating25.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width23 ft (6.9 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2020)
Projected traffic15 by 2044
Trucks0%
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 160 Rd. over Bruno Creek built?

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

What condition is 160 Rd. over Bruno Creek 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does 160 Rd. over Bruno Creek carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 160 Rd. over Bruno Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns 160 Rd. over Bruno Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.