US Bridges

Rs 183 (rd. W13) over Elk Creek

GoodPosted for load

Norton County, Kansas · 1.0W 3.5N of New Almelo · Structure no. 000000000690010

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 183 (rd. W13) over Elk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 183 (rd. W13) over Elk Creek in Norton County, Kansas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2044. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 183 (rd. W13)
CrossesElk Creek
Location1.0W 3.5N of New Almelo
RouteCounty Highway 183
CountyNorton County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.64983, -100.13412
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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27.3 US tons
Inventory rating16.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length50 ft (15.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.8 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60 (2020)
Projected traffic80 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 183 (rd. W13) over Elk Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 183 (rd. W13) over Elk 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 183 (rd. W13) over Elk Creek carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Rs 183 (rd. W13) over Elk Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 183 (rd. W13) over Elk Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.