US Bridges

Local Y-21.7 over Trib. to Lovewell Res.

Fair

Jewell County, Kansas · 1.2S 3.3W of Webber · Structure no. 000450737603120

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
45
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local Y-21.7 over Trib. to Lovewell Res. is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Local Y-21.7 over Trib. to Lovewell Res. in Jewell County, Kansas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesLocal Y-21.7
CrossesTrib. to Lovewell Res.
Location1.2S 3.3W of Webber
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyJewell County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.91481, -98.10649
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.8 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.4 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 traffic45 (2018)
Projected traffic45 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$260,000 (2038 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Local Y-21.7 over Trib. to Lovewell Res. built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local Y-21.7 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 Local Y-21.7 over Trib. to Lovewell Res. carry?

About 45 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is Local Y-21.7 over Trib. to Lovewell Res.?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Local Y-21.7 over Trib. to Lovewell Res.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.