US Bridges

6th RD (rs 431) over Trib. to Raemer Creek

GoodPosted for load

Marshall County, Kansas · 1.5S of Herkimer · Structure no. 000000000580090

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1961
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
352
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

6th RD (rs 431) over Trib. to Raemer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 6th RD (rs 431) over Trib. to Raemer Creek in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1961, 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 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 352 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 400 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries6th RD (rs 431)
CrossesTrib. to Raemer Creek
Location1.5S of Herkimer
RouteCounty Highway 431
CountyMarshall County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.86949, -96.71268
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 statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating9 US tons
Inventory rating9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic352 (2007)
Projected traffic400 by 2043
Trucks11%
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$49,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 6th RD (rs 431) over Trib. to Raemer Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.

What condition is 6th RD (rs 431) over Trib. to Raemer 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 6th RD (rs 431) over Trib. to Raemer Creek carry?

About 352 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is 6th RD (rs 431) over Trib. to Raemer Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns 6th RD (rs 431) over Trib. to Raemer Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.