US Bridges

Rs 655 26-F.5 over Trib. to Parsons Creek

Good

Washington County, Kansas · 5.0N 0.5E of Clifton · Structure no. 000000001010290

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 655 26-F.5 over Trib. to Parsons Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 655 26-F.5 over Trib. to Parsons Creek in Washington County, Kansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 72 by 2043. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 655 26-F.5
CrossesTrib. to Parsons Creek
Location5.0N 0.5E of Clifton
RouteCounty Highway 655
CountyWashington County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.63947, -97.26517
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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.1 US tons
Inventory rating25.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length46 ft (14 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 traffic60 (2014)
Projected traffic72 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 655 26-F.5 over Trib. to Parsons Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 655 26-F.5 over Trib. to Parsons 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 655 26-F.5 over Trib. to Parsons Creek carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Rs 655 26-F.5 over Trib. to Parsons Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 655 26-F.5 over Trib. to Parsons Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.