US Bridges

Rs 1755 R.5-5.1 over Trib Mill Creek

Good

Wabaunsee County, Kansas · 4.5N 3.2E of Alta Vista · Structure no. 000000000990550

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
245
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1755 R.5-5.1 over Trib Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1755 R.5-5.1 over Trib Mill Creek in Wabaunsee County, Kansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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.

It carries about 245 vehicles a day, projected to reach 294 by 2043. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesRs 1755 R.5-5.1
CrossesTrib Mill Creek
Location4.5N 3.2E of Alta Vista
RouteCounty Highway 1755
StateKansas
Coordinates38.93454, -96.42282
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating99.8 US tons
Inventory rating99.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span20 ft (6 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic245 (2013)
Projected traffic294 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 1755 R.5-5.1 over Trib Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1755 R.5-5.1 over Trib Mill 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 1755 R.5-5.1 over Trib Mill Creek carry?

About 245 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Rs 1755 R.5-5.1 over Trib Mill Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1755 R.5-5.1 over Trib Mill Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.