US Bridges

70 E (rs 894) over Cortez Creek

Fair

Sheridan County, Kansas · 1.0N 7.0E of Hoxie · Structure no. 000000000900170

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
75
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

70 E (rs 894) over Cortez Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 70 E (rs 894) over Cortez Creek in Sheridan County, Kansas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 75 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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Carries70 E (rs 894)
CrossesCortez Creek
Location1.0N 7.0E of Hoxie
RouteCounty Highway 894
CountySheridan County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.36944, -100.31167
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 rating38 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 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 traffic75 (2020)
Projected traffic85 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 70 E (rs 894) over Cortez Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is 70 E (rs 894) over Cortez Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does 70 E (rs 894) over Cortez Creek carry?

About 75 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 70 E (rs 894) over Cortez Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns 70 E (rs 894) over Cortez Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.