US Bridges

190 Ave (south) over Brush Creek

GoodPosted for load

Graham County, Kansas · 1.2W 3.8S of Penokee · Structure no. 000330535003969

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
121 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
35
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

190 Ave (south) over Brush Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 190 Ave (south) over Brush Creek in Graham County, Kansas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2044. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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Carries190 Ave (south)
CrossesBrush Creek
Location1.2W 3.8S of Penokee
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyGraham County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.29237, -99.99594
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating23 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length121 ft (36.9 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2020)
Projected traffic35 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$300,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 190 Ave (south) over Brush Creek built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is 190 Ave (south) over Brush 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does 190 Ave (south) over Brush Creek carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 190 Ave (south) over Brush Creek?

The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns 190 Ave (south) over Brush Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.