US Bridges

W Dakota (rs 850) over Trib. to Elk Creek

Good

Phillips County, Kansas · 0.5N 1.0W of Long Island · Structure no. 000000000740300

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
105
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

W Dakota (rs 850) over Trib. to Elk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying W Dakota (rs 850) over Trib. to Elk Creek in Phillips 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.

It carries about 105 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 145 by 2044. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesW Dakota (rs 850)
CrossesTrib. to Elk Creek
Location0.5N 1.0W of Long Island
RouteCounty Highway 850
CountyPhillips County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.95855, -99.55011
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.2 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic105 (2020)
Projected traffic145 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$175,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was W Dakota (rs 850) over Trib. to Elk Creek built?

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

What condition is W Dakota (rs 850) over Trib. to Elk 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does W Dakota (rs 850) over Trib. to Elk Creek carry?

About 105 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is W Dakota (rs 850) over Trib. to Elk Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns W Dakota (rs 850) over Trib. to Elk Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.