US Bridges

Rs 1756 M.5 - 690 over Big John Creek

Good

Morris County, Kansas · 3.5N 2.2E Council Grove · Structure no. 000000000640045

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
95
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1756 M.5 - 690 over Big John Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1756 M.5 - 690 over Big John Creek in Morris County, Kansas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 95 vehicles a day, projected to reach 98 by 2040. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesRs 1756 M.5 - 690
CrossesBig John Creek
Location3.5N 2.2E Council Grove
RouteCounty Highway 1756
StateKansas
Coordinates38.71722, -96.44556
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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating90.3 US tons
Inventory rating54.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic95 (2011)
Projected traffic98 by 2040
Trucks0%
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$36,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1756 M.5 - 690 over Big John Creek built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1756 M.5 - 690 over Big John Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 1756 M.5 - 690 over Big John Creek carry?

About 95 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Rs 1756 M.5 - 690 over Big John Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1756 M.5 - 690 over Big John Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.