K-254 HWY over Walnut River Drainage
GoodButler County, Kansas · 0.42 Mi. E of I-35 (kta) · Structure no. 999925400080641
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,593
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-254 HWY over Walnut River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K-254 HWY over Walnut River Drainage in Butler County, Kansas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 72 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 7,593 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,746 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 232 ft wide.
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K-254 HWY over Walnut River Drainage built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is K-254 HWY over Walnut River Drainage 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does K-254 HWY over Walnut River Drainage carry?
About 7,593 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is K-254 HWY over Walnut River Drainage?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 232 ft wide.
Who owns K-254 HWY over Walnut River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.