US Bridges

60 N (rs 623) over South Bow Creek

Good

Sheridan County, Kansas · 5.5N 11.2E of Hoxie · Structure no. 000000000900120

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
68
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

60 N (rs 623) over South Bow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 60 N (rs 623) over South Bow Creek in Sheridan County, Kansas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 68 vehicles a day, projected to reach 80 by 2044. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Carries60 N (rs 623)
CrossesSouth Bow Creek
Location5.5N 11.2E of Hoxie
RouteCounty Highway 623
StateKansas
Coordinates39.4364, -100.23383
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.7 US tons
Inventory rating47.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.8 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic68 (2020)
Projected traffic80 by 2044
Trucks0%
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 60 N (rs 623) over South Bow Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is 60 N (rs 623) over South Bow 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does 60 N (rs 623) over South Bow Creek carry?

About 68 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 60 N (rs 623) over South Bow Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns 60 N (rs 623) over South Bow Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.