US Bridges

Eagle RD(22.8-F.0) over Robidoux Creek

FairPosted for load

Marshall County, Kansas · 5.0S 1.0W of Summerfield · Structure no. 000580921803100

Built
1915
110 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
52 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Eagle RD(22.8-F.0) over Robidoux Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying Eagle RD(22.8-F.0) over Robidoux Creek in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1915, so it is 110 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2042. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesEagle RD(22.8-F.0)
CrossesRobidoux Creek
Location5.0S 1.0W of Summerfield
RouteCounty Highway 5826
StateKansas
Coordinates39.92889, -96.37284
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
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 rating13 US tons
Inventory rating8.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.3 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2007)
Projected traffic10 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$325,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Eagle RD(22.8-F.0) over Robidoux Creek built?

It was built in 1915, making it 110 years old in 2025.

What condition is Eagle RD(22.8-F.0) over 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 2024.

How much traffic does Eagle RD(22.8-F.0) over Robidoux Creek carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Eagle RD(22.8-F.0) over Robidoux Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Eagle RD(22.8-F.0) over Robidoux Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.