US Bridges

Rs 1547 (rd. U) over Otter Creek

GoodPosted for load

Norton County, Kansas · 2.0W 6.0N of Edmond · Structure no. 000000000690460

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1547 (rd. U) over Otter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1547 (rd. U) over Otter Creek in Norton County, Kansas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesRs 1547 (rd. U)
CrossesOtter Creek
Location2.0W 6.0N of Edmond
RouteCounty Highway 1547
StateKansas
Coordinates39.71167, -99.8575
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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.1 US tons
Inventory rating22.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length43 ft (13 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2020)
Projected traffic40 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1547 (rd. U) over Otter Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1547 (rd. U) over Otter 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 1547 (rd. U) over Otter Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Rs 1547 (rd. U) over Otter Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1547 (rd. U) over Otter Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.