US Bridges

K-19.1 (fau 4108) over Mud Creek

GoodPosted for load

Harvey County, Kansas · N.W. Corner of Newton · Structure no. 000000000400650

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,645
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-19.1 (fau 4108) over Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K-19.1 (fau 4108) over Mud Creek in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 1,645 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,920 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesK-19.1 (fau 4108)
CrossesMud Creek
LocationN.W. Corner of Newton
RouteCounty Highway 4108
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.05744, -97.37095
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,645 (2006)
Projected traffic1,920 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$3,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was K-19.1 (fau 4108) over Mud Creek built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-19.1 (fau 4108) over Mud 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does K-19.1 (fau 4108) over Mud Creek carry?

About 1,645 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is K-19.1 (fau 4108) over Mud Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns K-19.1 (fau 4108) over Mud Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.