US Bridges

Rs 1342 34-55-4 over Antelope Creek

GoodPosted for load

Sumner County, Kansas · 2.6S 1.8W of Dalton · Structure no. 000000000960995

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
215
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1342 34-55-4 over Antelope Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1342 34-55-4 over Antelope 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 215 vehicles a day, projected to reach 259 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRs 1342 34-55-4
CrossesAntelope Creek
Location2.6S 1.8W of Dalton
RouteCounty Highway 1342
StateKansas
Coordinates37.23241, -97.30428
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 rating30.2 US tons
Inventory rating18.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic215 (2013)
Projected traffic259 by 2043
Trucks0%
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 1342 34-55-4 over Antelope Creek built?

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

What condition is Rs 1342 34-55-4 over Antelope 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 1342 34-55-4 over Antelope Creek carry?

About 215 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Rs 1342 34-55-4 over Antelope Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1342 34-55-4 over Antelope Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.