US Bridges

S. 2nd Ave. over Robinson Creek

Good

Norton County, Kansas · S. 2nd N. of Taft · Structure no. 520750690000010

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

S. 2nd Ave. over Robinson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying S. 2nd Ave. over Robinson Creek in Norton County, Kansas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 110 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesS. 2nd Ave.
CrossesRobinson Creek
LocationS. 2nd N. of Taft
RouteCity Street 0
StateKansas
Coordinates39.82411, -99.89159
Functional classRural Local

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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.8 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic110 by 2044
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 S. 2nd Ave. over Robinson Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is S. 2nd Ave. 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 S. 2nd Ave. over Robinson Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is S. 2nd Ave. over Robinson Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns S. 2nd Ave. over Robinson Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.