US Bridges

Rs 1321 C.7-1.0F over North Fancy Creek

FairPosted for load

Riley County, Kansas · 8.0W 8.5N of Randolph · Structure no. 000000000810370

Built
1910
115 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
59 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
90
2004 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1321 C.7-1.0F over North Fancy Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rs 1321 C.7-1.0F over North Fancy Creek in Riley County, Kansas. It was built in 1910 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 115 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 90 vehicles a day, projected to reach 95 by 2044. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1321 C.7-1.0F
CrossesNorth Fancy Creek
Location8.0W 8.5N of Randolph
RouteCounty Highway 1321
CountyRiley County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.55292, -96.909
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 rating34 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span56 ft (17 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic90 (2004)
Projected traffic95 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$265,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1321 C.7-1.0F over North Fancy Creek built?

It was built in 1910, making it 115 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is Rs 1321 C.7-1.0F over North Fancy 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 1321 C.7-1.0F over North Fancy Creek carry?

About 90 vehicles per day (2004 count).

How long is Rs 1321 C.7-1.0F over North Fancy Creek?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1321 C.7-1.0F over North Fancy Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.