US Bridges

Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Paradise Creek

GoodPosted for load

Russell County, Kansas · 11.0N 0.5E of Russell · Structure no. 000000000840620

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
157 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
45
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Paradise Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Paradise Creek in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger 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 45 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 55 by 2044. The structure is 157 ft (47.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesAmherst RD Rs 1896
CrossesParadise Creek
Location11.0N 0.5E of Russell
RouteCounty Highway 1896
StateKansas
Coordinates39.05906, -98.84205
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length157 ft (47.8 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45 (2020)
Projected traffic55 by 2044
Trucks10%
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Paradise Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Paradise 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Paradise Creek carry?

About 45 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Paradise Creek?

The structure is 157 ft (47.8 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Amherst RD Rs 1896 over Paradise Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.