US Bridges

Rs 496 12.5-6.85 over Turkey Creek

FairPosted for load

Neosho County, Kansas · 2.8S 1.5E of Chanute · Structure no. 000000000670150

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
132 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
305
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 496 12.5-6.85 over Turkey Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rs 496 12.5-6.85 over Turkey Creek in Neosho 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 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 305 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 366 by 2044. The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 496 12.5-6.85
CrossesTurkey Creek
Location2.8S 1.5E of Chanute
RouteCounty Highway 496
CountyNeosho County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.63401, -95.42522
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating38.3 US tons
Inventory rating22.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length132 ft (40.2 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.6 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic305 (2020)
Projected traffic366 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Rs 496 12.5-6.85 over Turkey Creek built?

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

What condition is Rs 496 12.5-6.85 over Turkey 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 496 12.5-6.85 over Turkey Creek carry?

About 305 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Rs 496 12.5-6.85 over Turkey Creek?

The structure is 132 ft (40.2 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 496 12.5-6.85 over Turkey Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.