US Bridges

S. Cherokee RD over Rocky Draw

GoodPosted for load

Scott County, Kansas · 5.5S of Modoc · Structure no. 000000000860080

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
87 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

S. Cherokee RD over Rocky Draw is a concrete culvert carrying S. Cherokee RD over Rocky Draw in Scott County, Kansas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesS. Cherokee RD
CrossesRocky Draw
Location5.5S of Modoc
RouteCounty Highway 1407
CountyScott County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.40278, -101.0725
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating24.4 US tons
Inventory rating14.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans8
Design loadH 15
Structure length87 ft (26.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2021)
Projected traffic50 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S. Cherokee RD over Rocky Draw built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is S. Cherokee RD over Rocky Draw 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does S. Cherokee RD over Rocky Draw carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is S. Cherokee RD over Rocky Draw?

The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns S. Cherokee RD over Rocky Draw?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.