US Bridges

Wells Fargo Rd. over Trib. Smoky Hill River

Good

McPherson County, Kansas · 1.6N 4.6W of Marquette · Structure no. 000590757304960

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
35
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wells Fargo Rd. over Trib. Smoky Hill River is a concrete culvert carrying Wells Fargo Rd. over Trib. Smoky Hill River in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 35 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesWells Fargo Rd.
CrossesTrib. Smoky Hill River
Location1.6N 4.6W of Marquette
RouteCounty Highway 439
StateKansas
Coordinates38.58058, -97.91788
Functional classRural 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2020)
Projected traffic50 by 2040
Trucks6%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wells Fargo Rd. over Trib. Smoky Hill River built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wells Fargo Rd. over Trib. Smoky Hill River 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Wells Fargo Rd. over Trib. Smoky Hill River carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Wells Fargo Rd. over Trib. Smoky Hill River?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Wells Fargo Rd. over Trib. Smoky Hill River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.