US Bridges

Rs 1515 (rd. L) over Robinson Creek

Good

Norton County, Kansas · 1.0N 1.0W of Norton · Structure no. 000000000690400

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
115
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1515 (rd. L) over Robinson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1515 (rd. L) over Robinson Creek in Norton County, Kansas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 115 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 135 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1515 (rd. L)
CrossesRobinson Creek
Location1.0N 1.0W of Norton
RouteCounty Highway 1515
CountyNorton County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.84215, -99.90806
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 statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic115 (2020)
Projected traffic135 by 2044
Trucks10%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1515 (rd. L) over Robinson Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1515 (rd. L) over Robinson 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 1515 (rd. L) over Robinson Creek carry?

About 115 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 1515 (rd. L) over Robinson Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1515 (rd. L) over Robinson Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.