US Bridges

Mitchell Rd. Rs 47 over Dry Stream

PoorPosted for load

Russell County, Kansas · 8.0S 2.0W of Bunker Hill · Structure no. 000000000840030

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
70
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mitchell Rd. Rs 47 over Dry Stream is a concrete slab carrying Mitchell Rd. Rs 47 over Dry Stream in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 70 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesMitchell Rd. Rs 47
CrossesDry Stream
Location8.0S 2.0W of Bunker Hill
RouteCounty Highway 47
CountyRussell County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.75506, -98.74509
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic70 (2020)
Projected traffic80 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$73,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mitchell Rd. Rs 47 over Dry Stream built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mitchell Rd. Rs 47 over Dry Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does Mitchell Rd. Rs 47 over Dry Stream carry?

About 70 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Mitchell Rd. Rs 47 over Dry Stream?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Mitchell Rd. Rs 47 over Dry Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.