US Bridges

Q-14.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River

GoodPosted for load

Chase County, Kansas · 0.7E 3.4N of Bazaar · Structure no. 000090907005308

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Q-14.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River is a concrete culvert carrying Q-14.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River in Chase County, Kansas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 48 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesQ-14.8 Local Rd.
CrossesTrib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River
Location0.7E 3.4N of Bazaar
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyChase County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.32168, -96.52047
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2014)
Projected traffic48 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Q-14.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is Q-14.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Q-14.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Q-14.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Q-14.8 Local Rd. over Trib. S. Fk. Ctnwd River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.