River Road over West Draw
GoodKearny County, Kansas · 2.0S 12.3W of Lakin · Structure no. 000000000470250
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
River Road over West Draw is a concrete culvert carrying River Road over West Draw in Kearny County, Kansas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5.6 mi (9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was River Road over West Draw built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is River Road over West Draw 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does River Road over West Draw carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is River Road over West Draw?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns River Road over West Draw?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.