US Bridges

TUMBLEWEED(RS1235) over Robidoux Creek

PoorPosted for load

Marshall County, Kansas · 0.5N 1.5W of Frankfort · Structure no. 000000000580670

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
186 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
218
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

TUMBLEWEED(RS1235) over Robidoux Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying TUMBLEWEED(RS1235) over Robidoux Creek in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 218 vehicles a day, projected to reach 218 by 2042. The structure is 186 ft (56.8 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesTUMBLEWEED(RS1235)
CrossesRobidoux Creek
Location0.5N 1.5W of Frankfort
RouteCounty Highway 1235
CountyMarshall County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.7116, -96.44217
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating37.7 US tons
Inventory rating20.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length186 ft (56.8 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.8 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.5 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic218 (2007)
Projected traffic218 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$525,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was TUMBLEWEED(RS1235) over Robidoux Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is TUMBLEWEED(RS1235) over Robidoux Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does TUMBLEWEED(RS1235) over Robidoux Creek carry?

About 218 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is TUMBLEWEED(RS1235) over Robidoux Creek?

The structure is 186 ft (56.8 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.8 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns TUMBLEWEED(RS1235) over Robidoux Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.