6th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek
GoodPosted for loadEllsworth County, Kansas · 2.0N 4.4E of Wilson · Structure no. 000000000270090
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 160
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
6th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 6th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek in Ellsworth County, Kansas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 160 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 192 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 6th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is 6th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does 6th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek carry?
About 160 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is 6th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns 6th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.