US Bridges

Deer TRL(14.4-E.0) over Trib. N. Elm Creek

FairPosted for load

Marshall County, Kansas · 4.0E of Marietta · Structure no. 000580905403080

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Deer TRL(14.4-E.0) over Trib. N. Elm Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Deer TRL(14.4-E.0) over Trib. N. Elm Creek in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesDeer TRL(14.4-E.0)
CrossesTrib. N. Elm Creek
Location4.0E of Marietta
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates39.94315, -96.53194
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 2023
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.2 US tons
Inventory rating27.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2007)
Projected traffic30 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Deer TRL(14.4-E.0) over Trib. N. Elm Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is Deer TRL(14.4-E.0) over Trib. N. Elm 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 Deer TRL(14.4-E.0) over Trib. N. Elm Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Deer TRL(14.4-E.0) over Trib. N. Elm Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Deer TRL(14.4-E.0) over Trib. N. Elm Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.