14th Road over Trib. Smoky Hill River
GoodEllsworth County, Kansas · W. Edge of Ellsworth · Structure no. 000270723004742
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
14th Road over Trib. Smoky Hill River is a concrete culvert carrying 14th Road over Trib. Smoky Hill River in Ellsworth County, Kansas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 20 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 25 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 14th Road over Trib. Smoky Hill River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is 14th Road over Trib. Smoky Hill 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does 14th Road over Trib. Smoky Hill River carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 14th Road over Trib. Smoky Hill River?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 14th Road over Trib. Smoky Hill River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.