US Bridges

Wyatt Earp Blvd over Arkansas River Drainage

Good

Ford County, Kansas · 0.04 MI E Ave J(dodge Cy) · Structure no. 406950290826027

Built
1951
74 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,265
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wyatt Earp Blvd over Arkansas River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying Wyatt Earp Blvd over Arkansas River Drainage in Ford County, Kansas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 74 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.

It carries about 11,265 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,062 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long.

CarriesWyatt Earp Blvd
CrossesArkansas River Drainage
Location0.04 MI E Ave J(dodge Cy)
RouteCity Street 826
StateKansas
Coordinates37.75295, -100.01082
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,265 (2022)
Projected traffic13,062 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wyatt Earp Blvd over Arkansas River Drainage built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is Wyatt Earp Blvd over Arkansas River Drainage 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Wyatt Earp Blvd over Arkansas River Drainage carry?

About 11,265 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Wyatt Earp Blvd over Arkansas River Drainage?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Wyatt Earp Blvd over Arkansas River Drainage?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.