US Bridges

Local T-133-1 over Trib. to Wolf River

FairPosted for load

Doniphan County, Kansas · 1.0N 1.2E of Severence · Structure no. 000221045203300

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
108 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2005 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local T-133-1 over Trib. to Wolf River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Local T-133-1 over Trib. to Wolf River in Doniphan County, Kansas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 2043. The structure is 108 ft (33 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesLocal T-133-1
CrossesTrib. to Wolf River
Location1.0N 1.2E of Severence
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates39.78387, -95.22336
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating13.9 US tons
Inventory rating10.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length108 ft (33 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.4 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width16 ft (5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2005)
Projected traffic30 by 2043
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$300,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Local T-133-1 over Trib. to Wolf River built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local T-133-1 over Trib. to Wolf 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 March 2025.

How much traffic does Local T-133-1 over Trib. to Wolf River carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2005 count).

How long is Local T-133-1 over Trib. to Wolf River?

The structure is 108 ft (33 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.4 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Local T-133-1 over Trib. to Wolf River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.