US Bridges

Local 21.5-L.5 over Wolverine Creek

FairPosted for load

Bourbon County, Kansas · 2.0N 1.0E of Fort Scott · Structure no. 000061107505925

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local 21.5-L.5 over Wolverine Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Local 21.5-L.5 over Wolverine Creek in Bourbon County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesLocal 21.5-L.5
CrossesWolverine Creek
Location2.0N 1.0E of Fort Scott
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyBourbon County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.87061, -94.68645
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating26 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2006)
Projected traffic100 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$350,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Local 21.5-L.5 over Wolverine Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local 21.5-L.5 over Wolverine Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does Local 21.5-L.5 over Wolverine Creek carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Local 21.5-L.5 over Wolverine Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns Local 21.5-L.5 over Wolverine Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.