US Bridges

Rs 1255 145 over Messhoss Creek

Good

Shawnee County, Kansas · 3.2W 0.5S of Elmont · Structure no. 000000000890480

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
440
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1255 145 over Messhoss Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1255 145 over Messhoss Creek in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 440 vehicles a day, projected to reach 633 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1255 145
CrossesMesshoss Creek
Location3.2W 0.5S of Elmont
RouteCounty Highway 1255
CountyShawnee County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.15856, -95.76025
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.3 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic440 (2020)
Projected traffic633 by 2040
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1255 145 over Messhoss Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1255 145 over Messhoss 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 1255 145 over Messhoss Creek carry?

About 440 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Rs 1255 145 over Messhoss Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns Rs 1255 145 over Messhoss Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.