Krehbiel Street over Black Kettle Creek
PoorPosted for loadMcPherson County, Kansas · Krehbiel ST in Moundridge · Structure no. 519600590000548
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 120
- 2012 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Krehbiel Street over Black Kettle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Krehbiel Street over Black Kettle Creek in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 120 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 161 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Krehbiel Street over Black Kettle Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is Krehbiel Street over Black Kettle Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does Krehbiel Street over Black Kettle Creek carry?
About 120 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Krehbiel Street over Black Kettle Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.7 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns Krehbiel Street over Black Kettle Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.