US Bridges

Apache LN.3.2-AA.0 over Fawn Creek

Good

Marshall County, Kansas · 4.5S 0.2E of Waterville · Structure no. 000580883203520

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Apache LN.3.2-AA.0 over Fawn Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Apache LN.3.2-AA.0 over Fawn Creek in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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.

It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesApache LN.3.2-AA.0
CrossesFawn Creek
Location4.5S 0.2E of Waterville
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates39.62454, -96.74551
Functional classRural Local

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 statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.2 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2007)
Projected traffic10 by 2043
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 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 Apache LN.3.2-AA.0 over Fawn Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Apache LN.3.2-AA.0 over Fawn 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 Apache LN.3.2-AA.0 over Fawn Creek carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Apache LN.3.2-AA.0 over Fawn Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Apache LN.3.2-AA.0 over Fawn Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.