US Bridges

Minor X.2-19.0 over Trib. to Lovewell Res.

FairPosted for load

Jewell County, Kansas · 2.2N 8.0E of Burr Oak · Structure no. 000450733003128

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
50 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Minor X.2-19.0 over Trib. to Lovewell Res. is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Minor X.2-19.0 over Trib. to Lovewell Res. in Jewell County, Kansas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2044. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesMinor X.2-19.0
CrossesTrib. to Lovewell Res.
Location2.2N 8.0E of Burr Oak
RouteCounty Highway 4513
CountyJewell County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.90377, -98.15659
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating8.3 US tons
Inventory rating4.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.3 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2018)
Projected traffic40 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$41,000 (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Minor X.2-19.0 over Trib. to Lovewell Res. built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Minor X.2-19.0 over Trib. to Lovewell Res. 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Minor X.2-19.0 over Trib. to Lovewell Res. carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Minor X.2-19.0 over Trib. to Lovewell Res.?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.3 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Minor X.2-19.0 over Trib. to Lovewell Res.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.