US Bridges

28-E.4 Rs 309 over Gypsum Creek

FairPosted for load

Harvey County, Kansas · 6.0E 4.6S of Newton · Structure no. 000000000400350

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
125
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

28-E.4 Rs 309 over Gypsum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 28-E.4 Rs 309 over Gypsum Creek in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 125 vehicles a day, projected to reach 145 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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Carries28-E.4 Rs 309
CrossesGypsum Creek
Location6.0E 4.6S of Newton
RouteCounty Highway 309
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.97528, -97.20778
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic125 (2006)
Projected traffic145 by 2042
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$11,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 28-E.4 Rs 309 over Gypsum Creek built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is 28-E.4 Rs 309 over Gypsum 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does 28-E.4 Rs 309 over Gypsum Creek carry?

About 125 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is 28-E.4 Rs 309 over Gypsum Creek?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns 28-E.4 Rs 309 over Gypsum Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.