US Bridges

Thomas (23-16.9) over Trib. E. Fork Tauy Ck.

GoodPosted for load

Franklin County, Kansas · 6.1W of Wellsville · Structure no. 000301049904760

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Thomas (23-16.9) over Trib. E. Fork Tauy Ck. is a concrete culvert carrying Thomas (23-16.9) over Trib. E. Fork Tauy Ck. in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 48 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesThomas (23-16.9)
CrossesTrib. E. Fork Tauy Ck.
Location6.1W of Wellsville
RouteCounty Highway 3028
CountyFranklin County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.72412, -95.18806
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2013)
Projected traffic48 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Thomas (23-16.9) over Trib. E. Fork Tauy Ck. built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Thomas (23-16.9) over Trib. E. Fork Tauy Ck. 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Thomas (23-16.9) over Trib. E. Fork Tauy Ck. carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Thomas (23-16.9) over Trib. E. Fork Tauy Ck.?

The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Thomas (23-16.9) over Trib. E. Fork Tauy Ck.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.