8th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek
FairEllsworth County, Kansas · 1.6N 6.4E of Wilson · Structure no. 000270711004583
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
8th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 8th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek in Ellsworth County, Kansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 25 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 30 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 8th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is 8th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does 8th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 8th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 8th Road over Trib. to Cow Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.