US Bridges

Rs 1339 B.0 - 2370 over Ralls Creek

FairPosted for load

Morris County, Kansas · 0.8S 1.1E of Skiddy · Structure no. 000000000640042

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
55
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1339 B.0 - 2370 over Ralls Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1339 B.0 - 2370 over Ralls Creek in Morris County, Kansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 55 vehicles a day, projected to reach 65 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1339 B.0 - 2370
CrossesRalls Creek
Location0.8S 1.1E of Skiddy
RouteCounty Highway 1339
CountyMorris County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.85599, -96.77594
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating33 US tons
Inventory rating19.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55 (2011)
Projected traffic65 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$53,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1339 B.0 - 2370 over Ralls Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1339 B.0 - 2370 over Ralls 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 1339 B.0 - 2370 over Ralls Creek carry?

About 55 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Rs 1339 B.0 - 2370 over Ralls Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1339 B.0 - 2370 over Ralls Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.