US Bridges

Rs 844 (rd. E9) over S. Fork Prairie Dog Ck.

Good

Norton County, Kansas · 4.2S 0.8W of Almena · Structure no. 000000000690270

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
53 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
85
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 844 (rd. E9) over S. Fork Prairie Dog Ck. is a steel culvert carrying Rs 844 (rd. E9) over S. Fork Prairie Dog Ck. in Norton County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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.

It carries about 85 vehicles a day, projected to reach 95 by 2044. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 844 (rd. E9)
CrossesS. Fork Prairie Dog Ck.
Location4.2S 0.8W of Almena
RouteCounty Highway 844
CountyNorton County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.83199, -99.72086
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 statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.4 US tons
Inventory rating22.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width23 ft (6.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic85 (2020)
Projected traffic95 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 844 (rd. E9) over S. Fork Prairie Dog Ck. built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 844 (rd. E9) over S. Fork Prairie Dog Ck. 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 844 (rd. E9) over S. Fork Prairie Dog Ck. carry?

About 85 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Rs 844 (rd. E9) over S. Fork Prairie Dog Ck.?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 844 (rd. E9) over S. Fork Prairie Dog Ck.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.