US Bridges

5th RD (4.0-E.9) over Horseshoe Creek

FairPosted for load

Marshall County, Kansas · 2.1N 3.0E of Bremen · Structure no. 000580885003089

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
61 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

5th RD (4.0-E.9) over Horseshoe Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 5th RD (4.0-E.9) over Horseshoe Creek in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 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 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2043. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries5th RD (4.0-E.9)
CrossesHorseshoe Creek
Location2.1N 3.0E of Bremen
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMarshall County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.93089, -96.73142
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26.7 US tons
Inventory rating16 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 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 traffic20 (2007)
Projected traffic20 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$305,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 5th RD (4.0-E.9) over Horseshoe Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is 5th RD (4.0-E.9) over Horseshoe 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does 5th RD (4.0-E.9) over Horseshoe Creek carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is 5th RD (4.0-E.9) over Horseshoe Creek?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns 5th RD (4.0-E.9) over Horseshoe Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.