US Bridges

Rs 645 42-41-8 over Trib. Middle Shoo Fly Ck

GoodPosted for load

Sumner County, Kansas · 0.3S 4.4E of Perth · Structure no. 000000000960640

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
180
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 645 42-41-8 over Trib. Middle Shoo Fly Ck is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 645 42-41-8 over Trib. Middle Shoo Fly Ck in Sumner County, Kansas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 180 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 410 by 2043. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRs 645 42-41-8
CrossesTrib. Middle Shoo Fly Ck
Location0.3S 4.4E of Perth
RouteCounty Highway 645
StateKansas
Coordinates37.1727, -97.42574
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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 rating32.4 US tons
Inventory rating19.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic180 (2013)
Projected traffic410 by 2043
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 645 42-41-8 over Trib. Middle Shoo Fly Ck built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 645 42-41-8 over Trib. Middle Shoo Fly Ck 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 645 42-41-8 over Trib. Middle Shoo Fly Ck carry?

About 180 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Rs 645 42-41-8 over Trib. Middle Shoo Fly Ck?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 645 42-41-8 over Trib. Middle Shoo Fly Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.