US Bridges

Rs 849 (rd. T) over Cactus Creek

GoodPosted for load

Norton County, Kansas · 4.4E 6.0N of Densmore · Structure no. 000000000690370

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 849 (rd. T) over Cactus Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 849 (rd. T) over Cactus 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2044. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 849 (rd. T)
CrossesCactus Creek
Location4.4E 6.0N of Densmore
RouteCounty Highway 849
CountyNorton County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.72656, -99.65778
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckOther
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length44 ft (13.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 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 traffic40 (2020)
Projected traffic60 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$201,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 849 (rd. T) over Cactus Creek built?

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

What condition is Rs 849 (rd. T) 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 849 (rd. T) over Cactus Creek carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Rs 849 (rd. T) over Cactus Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 849 (rd. T) over Cactus Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.