US Bridges

142nd RD over Trib. to Walnut River

FairPosted for load

Cowley County, Kansas · 2.0N 1.0W of Winfield · Structure no. 000180855606760

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
500
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

142nd RD over Trib. to Walnut River is a concrete culvert carrying 142nd RD over Trib. to Walnut River in Cowley 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 660 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries142nd RD
CrossesTrib. to Walnut River
Location2.0N 1.0W of Winfield
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyCowley County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.2737, -97.01341
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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2018)
Projected traffic660 by 2044
Trucks5%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 142nd RD over Trib. to Walnut River built?

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

What condition is 142nd RD over Trib. to Walnut River 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does 142nd RD over Trib. to Walnut River carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is 142nd RD over Trib. to Walnut River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns 142nd RD over Trib. to Walnut River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.