US Bridges

Rs 822 G.0 - 740 over Munker Creek

FairPosted for load

Morris County, Kansas · 3.0S 6.6E of Dwight · Structure no. 000000000640040

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
58
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 822 G.0 - 740 over Munker Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rs 822 G.0 - 740 over Munker Creek in Morris County, Kansas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 58 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2040. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 822 G.0 - 740
CrossesMunker Creek
Location3.0S 6.6E of Dwight
RouteCounty Highway 822
CountyMorris County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.79722, -96.46944
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.9 US tons
Inventory rating20.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.6 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic58 (2011)
Projected traffic50 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$336,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 822 G.0 - 740 over Munker Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 822 G.0 - 740 over Munker 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 822 G.0 - 740 over Munker Creek carry?

About 58 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Rs 822 G.0 - 740 over Munker Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.6 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 822 G.0 - 740 over Munker Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.