US Bridges

J.5-3.6 Local over Henry Creek

PoorPosted for load

Ottawa County, Kansas · 0.5E of Delphos · Structure no. 000720775504006

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30
2001 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

J.5-3.6 Local over Henry Creek is a concrete slab carrying J.5-3.6 Local over Henry Creek in Ottawa 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesJ.5-3.6 Local
CrossesHenry Creek
Location0.5E of Delphos
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates39.26861, -97.75147
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating10 US tons
Inventory rating8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2001)
Projected traffic30 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$47,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was J.5-3.6 Local over Henry Creek built?

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

What condition is J.5-3.6 Local over Henry Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does J.5-3.6 Local over Henry Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2001 count).

How long is J.5-3.6 Local over Henry Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns J.5-3.6 Local over Henry Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.