Local E.5-21.0 over West Buffalo Creek
GoodJewell County, Kansas · 0.5S 4.0W of Randall · Structure no. 000450737003505
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 173 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local E.5-21.0 over West Buffalo Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Local E.5-21.0 over West Buffalo Creek in Jewell County, Kansas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, younger 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 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2044. The structure is 173 ft (52.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local E.5-21.0 over West Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local E.5-21.0 over West Buffalo 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Local E.5-21.0 over West Buffalo Creek carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Local E.5-21.0 over West Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 173 ft (52.6 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Local E.5-21.0 over West Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.