US Bridges

Rs 568 over Trib N. Fork Mill Creek

GoodPosted for load

Republic County, Kansas · 2.0E 5.4N of Cuba · Structure no. 000000000790290

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
215
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 568 over Trib N. Fork Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 568 over Trib N. Fork Mill Creek in Republic County, Kansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 215 vehicles a day, projected to reach 258 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRs 568
CrossesTrib N. Fork Mill Creek
Location2.0E 5.4N of Cuba
RouteCounty Highway 568
StateKansas
Coordinates39.87715, -97.4253
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 statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33.3 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic215 (2018)
Projected traffic258 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 568 over Trib N. Fork Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 568 over Trib N. Fork Mill 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 568 over Trib N. Fork Mill Creek carry?

About 215 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Rs 568 over Trib N. Fork Mill Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 568 over Trib N. Fork Mill Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.