US Bridges

Rs 504 (rd. E11) over Sand Creek

GoodPosted for load

Norton County, Kansas · 1.2E 0.9N of Almena · Structure no. 000000000690120

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 504 (rd. E11) over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 504 (rd. E11) over Sand Creek in Norton County, Kansas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 504 (rd. E11)
CrossesSand Creek
Location1.2E 0.9N of Almena
RouteCounty Highway 504
CountyNorton County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.90418, -99.68318
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.3 US tons
Inventory rating59.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2020)
Projected traffic50 by 2044
Trucks0%
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$145,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 504 (rd. E11) over Sand Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 504 (rd. E11) over Sand 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 504 (rd. E11) over Sand Creek carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Rs 504 (rd. E11) over Sand Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.1 m).

Who owns Rs 504 (rd. E11) over Sand Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.