E. 21st. St. over Big Creek Tributary
GoodEllis County, Kansas · E. 21st. St. in Hays · Structure no. 512100260000022
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
E. 21st. St. over Big Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying E. 21st. St. over Big Creek Tributary in Ellis County, Kansas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long and 51 ft wide. 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was E. 21st. St. over Big Creek Tributary built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is E. 21st. St. over Big Creek Tributary 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does E. 21st. St. over Big Creek Tributary carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is E. 21st. St. over Big Creek Tributary?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns E. 21st. St. over Big Creek Tributary?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.