US Bridges

Rs 504 (rd. E11) over Fancy Creek

GoodPosted for load

Norton County, Kansas · 4.7N 1.4E of Almena · Structure no. 000000000690130

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 504 (rd. E11) over Fancy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 504 (rd. E11) over Fancy 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 70 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 504 (rd. E11)
CrossesFancy Creek
Location4.7N 1.4E of Almena
RouteCounty Highway 504
CountyNorton County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.95964, -99.68248
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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.4 US tons
Inventory rating18.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length43 ft (13 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60 (2020)
Projected traffic70 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$193,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

About 60 vehicles per day (2020 count).

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

The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

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

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.