US Bridges

154th Terrace over Negro Ck

Good

Johnson County, Kansas · 600 W. of Metcalf · Structure no. 521950460000011

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,300
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

154th Terrace over Negro Ck is a concrete culvert carrying 154th Terrace over Negro Ck in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2044. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Carries154th Terrace
CrossesNegro Ck
Location600 W. of Metcalf
RouteCity Street 0
StateKansas
Coordinates38.84905, -94.66993
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating90.8 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,300 (2024)
Projected traffic1,600 by 2044
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 154th Terrace over Negro Ck built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is 154th Terrace over Negro 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does 154th Terrace over Negro Ck carry?

About 1,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is 154th Terrace over Negro Ck?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns 154th Terrace over Negro Ck?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.