US Bridges

Waverly RD Rs 346 over Scott Branch

Good

Miami County, Kansas · 3.7W 5.1N of Paola · Structure no. 000000000610160

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
214
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Waverly RD Rs 346 over Scott Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Waverly RD Rs 346 over Scott Branch in Miami County, Kansas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 214 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,205 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesWaverly RD Rs 346
CrossesScott Branch
Location3.7W 5.1N of Paola
RouteCounty Highway 346
StateKansas
Coordinates38.64544, -94.94669
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.5 US tons
Inventory rating45.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic214 (2011)
Projected traffic1,205 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Waverly RD Rs 346 over Scott Branch built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Waverly RD Rs 346 over Scott Branch 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Waverly RD Rs 346 over Scott Branch carry?

About 214 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Waverly RD Rs 346 over Scott Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Waverly RD Rs 346 over Scott Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.