US Bridges

Rs 1222 R.9-0.7F over Timber Creek

Good

Riley County, Kansas · 9.0N 6.8E of Randolph · Structure no. 000000000810310

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
87
2004 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1222 R.9-0.7F over Timber Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1222 R.9-0.7F over Timber Creek in Riley County, Kansas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 87 vehicles a day, projected to reach 90 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesRs 1222 R.9-0.7F
CrossesTimber Creek
Location9.0N 6.8E of Randolph
RouteCounty Highway 1222
StateKansas
Coordinates39.5556, -96.62859
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic87 (2004)
Projected traffic90 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 1222 R.9-0.7F over Timber Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1222 R.9-0.7F over Timber 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 1222 R.9-0.7F over Timber Creek carry?

About 87 vehicles per day (2004 count).

How long is Rs 1222 R.9-0.7F over Timber Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Rs 1222 R.9-0.7F over Timber Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.