85th RD over Trib. to Walnut River
GoodCowley County, Kansas · 1.0N 2.0E Arkansas City · Structure no. 000000000180860
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 820
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
85th RD over Trib. to Walnut River is a concrete culvert carrying 85th RD over Trib. to Walnut River in Cowley County, Kansas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 820 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 985 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 85th RD over Trib. to Walnut River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is 85th RD over Trib. to Walnut 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does 85th RD over Trib. to Walnut River carry?
About 820 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is 85th RD over Trib. to Walnut River?
The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns 85th RD over Trib. to Walnut River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.