US Bridges

SE Satchell Creek over N. Br. Lit. Walnut Riv.

FairPosted for load

Butler County, Kansas · 2.3W 4.8S of Rosalia · Structure no. 000080895006103

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

SE Satchell Creek over N. Br. Lit. Walnut Riv. is a concrete culvert carrying SE Satchell Creek over N. Br. Lit. Walnut Riv. in Butler County, Kansas. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2045. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSE Satchell Creek
CrossesN. Br. Lit. Walnut Riv.
Location2.3W 4.8S of Rosalia
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyButler County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.74737, -96.66111
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 inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating18.5 US tons
Inventory rating11.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.2 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2023)
Projected traffic30 by 2045
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$46,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SE Satchell Creek over N. Br. Lit. Walnut Riv. built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is SE Satchell Creek over N. Br. Lit. Walnut Riv. 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does SE Satchell Creek over N. Br. Lit. Walnut Riv. carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is SE Satchell Creek over N. Br. Lit. Walnut Riv.?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns SE Satchell Creek over N. Br. Lit. Walnut Riv.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.