Rs 998 43-8-9 over Elm Creek
GoodPosted for loadSumner County, Kansas · 2.4N 1.8W of Riverdale · Structure no. 000000000960950
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 390
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rs 998 43-8-9 over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 998 43-8-9 over Elm Creek 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 390 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 195 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rs 998 43-8-9 over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rs 998 43-8-9 over Elm 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Rs 998 43-8-9 over Elm Creek carry?
About 390 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Rs 998 43-8-9 over Elm Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Rs 998 43-8-9 over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.