US Bridges

Laurel RD 35.23 over Devils Creek

Good

Reno County, Kansas · 1.2E 0.9S of Yoder · Structure no. 000780765205849

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
16
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Laurel RD 35.23 over Devils Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Laurel RD 35.23 over Devils Creek in Reno County, Kansas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 16 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 20 by 2046. The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesLaurel RD 35.23
CrossesDevils Creek
Location1.2E 0.9S of Yoder
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates37.92828, -97.84489
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.9 US tons
Inventory rating99.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.3 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16 (2021)
Projected traffic20 by 2046
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Laurel RD 35.23 over Devils Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Laurel RD 35.23 over Devils 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Laurel RD 35.23 over Devils Creek carry?

About 16 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Laurel RD 35.23 over Devils Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns Laurel RD 35.23 over Devils Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.