US Bridges

Rs 566 over Trib. to Salt Creek

Good

Republic County, Kansas · 5.3 S of Munden · Structure no. 000000000790247

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
345
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 566 over Trib. to Salt Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 566 over Trib. to Salt Creek in Republic County, Kansas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 345 vehicles a day, projected to reach 414 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRs 566
CrossesTrib. to Salt Creek
Location5.3 S of Munden
RouteCounty Highway 566
StateKansas
Coordinates39.839, -97.53802
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic345 (2018)
Projected traffic414 by 2044
Trucks0%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$210,000 (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 566 over Trib. to Salt Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 566 over Trib. to Salt 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 566 over Trib. to Salt Creek carry?

About 345 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Rs 566 over Trib. to Salt Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 566 over Trib. to Salt Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.