US Bridges

J.6-5 Local over Dry Creek

Good

Ottawa County, Kansas · 0.5E 1.5S of Delphos · Structure no. 000720775604040

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

J.6-5 Local over Dry Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying J.6-5 Local over Dry Creek in Ottawa County, Kansas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2044. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesJ.6-5 Local
CrossesDry Creek
Location0.5E 1.5S of Delphos
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates39.2485, -97.75011
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating72.5 US tons
Inventory rating43.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.7 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2003)
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$92,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was J.6-5 Local over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is J.6-5 Local over Dry 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 J.6-5 Local over Dry Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2003 count).

How long is J.6-5 Local over Dry Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns J.6-5 Local over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.