US Bridges

17th RD (16.0-N.8) over Trib. to Robidoux Creek

Fair

Marshall County, Kansas · 2.2N 1.0W of Winifred · Structure no. 000580909003268

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

17th RD (16.0-N.8) over Trib. to Robidoux Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 17th RD (16.0-N.8) over Trib. to Robidoux Creek in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries17th RD (16.0-N.8)
CrossesTrib. to Robidoux Creek
Location2.2N 1.0W of Winifred
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMarshall County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.80113, -96.50163
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width23 ft (6.9 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 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 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 17th RD (16.0-N.8) over Trib. to Robidoux Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is 17th RD (16.0-N.8) over Trib. to Robidoux 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does 17th RD (16.0-N.8) over Trib. to Robidoux Creek carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is 17th RD (16.0-N.8) over Trib. to Robidoux Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns 17th RD (16.0-N.8) over Trib. to Robidoux Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.