US Bridges

Ober RD E.0-1.7F over Branch of Fancy Creek

Fair

Riley County, Kansas · 6.8W 7.8N of Randolph · Structure no. 000810869003627

Built
1915
110 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
75
2004 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ober RD E.0-1.7F over Branch of Fancy Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ober RD E.0-1.7F over Branch of Fancy Creek in Riley County, Kansas. It was built in 1915 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 110 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.

It carries about 75 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2044. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesOber RD E.0-1.7F
CrossesBranch of Fancy Creek
Location6.8W 7.8N of Randolph
RouteCounty Highway 8103
CountyRiley County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.54201, -96.88483
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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 rating34.8 US tons
Inventory rating21.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span46 ft (13.9 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.7 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic75 (2004)
Projected traffic75 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$130,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ober RD E.0-1.7F over Branch of Fancy Creek built?

It was built in 1915, making it 110 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is Ober RD E.0-1.7F over Branch of 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 Ober RD E.0-1.7F over Branch of Fancy Creek carry?

About 75 vehicles per day (2004 count).

How long is Ober RD E.0-1.7F over Branch of Fancy Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (13.9 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Ober RD E.0-1.7F over Branch of Fancy Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.