US Bridges

327 ST 264 over Mcfadden Branch Plum Crk

Good

Miami County, Kansas · 4.0W 2.6S of Paola · Structure no. 000000000610140

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
990
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

327 ST 264 over Mcfadden Branch Plum Crk is a concrete culvert carrying 327 ST 264 over Mcfadden Branch Plum Crk in Miami County, Kansas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 990 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 999 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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Carries327 ST 264
CrossesMcfadden Branch Plum Crk
Location4.0W 2.6S of Paola
RouteCounty Highway 264
CountyMiami County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.53474, -94.95083
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic990 (2011)
Projected traffic999 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 327 ST 264 over Mcfadden Branch Plum Crk built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is 327 ST 264 over Mcfadden Branch Plum Crk 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does 327 ST 264 over Mcfadden Branch Plum Crk carry?

About 990 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 327 ST 264 over Mcfadden Branch Plum Crk?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns 327 ST 264 over Mcfadden Branch Plum Crk?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.