US Bridges

Rs 1315 Y.6-31.2F over Trib. to Deep Creek

GoodPosted for load

Riley County, Kansas · 4.2S 3.6E of Manhattan · Structure no. 000000000810340

Built
1925
100 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
130
2004 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1315 Y.6-31.2F over Trib. to Deep Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1315 Y.6-31.2F over Trib. to Deep Creek in Riley County, Kansas. It was built in 1925, so it is 100 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 130 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 135 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesRs 1315 Y.6-31.2F
CrossesTrib. to Deep Creek
Location4.2S 3.6E of Manhattan
RouteCounty Highway 1315
StateKansas
Coordinates39.11278, -96.48906
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 inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 rating27 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic130 (2004)
Projected traffic135 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1315 Y.6-31.2F over Trib. to Deep Creek built?

It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1315 Y.6-31.2F over Trib. to Deep 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 1315 Y.6-31.2F over Trib. to Deep Creek carry?

About 130 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 1315 Y.6-31.2F over Trib. to Deep Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1315 Y.6-31.2F over Trib. to Deep Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.