US Bridges

30th RD (rs 1231) over W. Br. of Bronaugh Ck.

FairPosted for load

Marshall County, Kansas · 0.5N of Axtell · Structure no. 000000000580580

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
242
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

30th RD (rs 1231) over W. Br. of Bronaugh Ck. is a concrete culvert carrying 30th RD (rs 1231) over W. Br. of Bronaugh Ck. in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 5 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 242 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 242 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries30th RD (rs 1231)
CrossesW. Br. of Bronaugh Ck.
Location0.5N of Axtell
RouteCounty Highway 1231
CountyMarshall County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.87909, -96.25839
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28 US tons
Inventory rating16.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic242 (2007)
Projected traffic242 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 30th RD (rs 1231) over W. Br. of Bronaugh Ck. built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is 30th RD (rs 1231) over W. Br. of Bronaugh Ck. 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does 30th RD (rs 1231) over W. Br. of Bronaugh Ck. carry?

About 242 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is 30th RD (rs 1231) over W. Br. of Bronaugh Ck.?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns 30th RD (rs 1231) over W. Br. of Bronaugh Ck.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.