US Bridges

Rs 502 (rd. E9) over Cactus Creek

Good

Norton County, Kansas · 5.5S 2.0E of Calvert · Structure no. 000000000690080

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
70
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 502 (rd. E9) over Cactus Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 502 (rd. E9) over Cactus Creek in Norton County, Kansas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 70 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 502 (rd. E9)
CrossesCactus Creek
Location5.5S 2.0E of Calvert
RouteCounty Highway 502
CountyNorton County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.77004, -99.72108
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckOther
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic70 (2020)
Projected traffic80 by 2044
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 502 (rd. E9) over Cactus Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 502 (rd. E9) over Cactus 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 502 (rd. E9) over Cactus Creek carry?

About 70 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Rs 502 (rd. E9) over Cactus Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 502 (rd. E9) over Cactus Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.