US Bridges

32-Q.9 Rs 2043 over Trib. to West Emma Ck.

Poor

Harvey County, Kansas · 1.6W 0.9N of Hesston · Structure no. 000000000400590

Built
1945
80 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
920
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

32-Q.9 Rs 2043 over Trib. to West Emma Ck. is a concrete culvert carrying 32-Q.9 Rs 2043 over Trib. to West Emma Ck. in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 920 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,075 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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Carries32-Q.9 Rs 2043
CrossesTrib. to West Emma Ck.
Location1.6W 0.9N of Hesston
RouteCounty Highway 2043
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.15861, -97.45722
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.4 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic920 (2006)
Projected traffic1,075 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$12,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 32-Q.9 Rs 2043 over Trib. to West Emma Ck. built?

It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.

What condition is 32-Q.9 Rs 2043 over Trib. to West Emma Ck. in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does 32-Q.9 Rs 2043 over Trib. to West Emma Ck. carry?

About 920 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is 32-Q.9 Rs 2043 over Trib. to West Emma Ck.?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns 32-Q.9 Rs 2043 over Trib. to West Emma Ck.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.