US Bridges

Amherst Rd. over East Fork Wolf Creek

Good

Russell County, Kansas · 1.0E of Lucas · Structure no. 000840693204300

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
35
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Amherst Rd. over East Fork Wolf Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Amherst Rd. over East Fork Wolf Creek in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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.

It carries about 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2044. The structure is 120 ft (36.7 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesAmherst Rd.
CrossesEast Fork Wolf Creek
Location1.0E of Lucas
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyRussell County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.05947, -98.52141
Functional classRural Local

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 statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.1 US tons
Inventory rating28.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.7 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.2 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2020)
Projected traffic40 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$229,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Amherst Rd. over East Fork Wolf Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is Amherst Rd. over East Fork Wolf 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. over East Fork Wolf Creek carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Amherst Rd. over East Fork Wolf Creek?

The structure is 120 ft (36.7 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Amherst Rd. over East Fork Wolf Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.