US Bridges

Rs 1735 over Elk Creek

Fair

Republic County, Kansas · 1.0E 2.5S of Agenda · Structure no. 000000000790720

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
130 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1735 over Elk Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rs 1735 over Elk Creek in Republic County, Kansas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, younger than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 21 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26 by 2044. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1735
CrossesElk Creek
Location1.0E 2.5S of Agenda
RouteCounty Highway 1735
CountyRepublic County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.66837, -97.41999
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.1 US tons
Inventory rating30.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length130 ft (39.6 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21 (2018)
Projected traffic26 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1735 over Elk Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1735 over Elk Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 1735 over Elk Creek carry?

About 21 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Rs 1735 over Elk Creek?

The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1735 over Elk Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.