US Bridges

RS147 Bsn 20 over Trib. to Buffalo Ck.

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Jewell County, Kansas · 0.5S of Randall · Structure no. 000000000450020

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
228
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

RS147 Bsn 20 over Trib. to Buffalo Ck. is a concrete culvert carrying RS147 Bsn 20 over Trib. to Buffalo Ck. in Jewell County, Kansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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.

It carries about 228 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 245 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRS147 Bsn 20
CrossesTrib. to Buffalo Ck.
Location0.5S of Randall
RouteCounty Highway 147
CountyJewell County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.63303, -98.04394
Functional classRural Major 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 rating31.6 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 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 traffic228 (2018)
Projected traffic245 by 2044
Trucks15%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$150,000 (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RS147 Bsn 20 over Trib. to Buffalo Ck. built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is RS147 Bsn 20 over Trib. to Buffalo 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does RS147 Bsn 20 over Trib. to Buffalo Ck. carry?

About 228 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is RS147 Bsn 20 over Trib. to Buffalo Ck.?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns RS147 Bsn 20 over Trib. to Buffalo Ck.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.