Road 19 over Trib. to Elk River
GoodPosted for loadElk County, Kansas · 0.5N of Elk Falls · Structure no. 000000000250190
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Road 19 over Trib. to Elk River is a concrete slab carrying Road 19 over Trib. to Elk River in Elk County, Kansas. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 40 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Road 19 over Trib. to Elk River built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is Road 19 over Trib. to Elk 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Road 19 over Trib. to Elk River carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Road 19 over Trib. to Elk River?
The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.6 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns Road 19 over Trib. to Elk River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.