US Bridges

21st RD (20.0-J.9) over Wolf Creek

PoorPosted for load

Marshall County, Kansas · S.W. Cor. of Beattie · Structure no. 000580917003189

Built
1900
125 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

21st RD (20.0-J.9) over Wolf Creek is a steel truss - thru carrying 21st RD (20.0-J.9) over Wolf Creek in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1900, so it is 125 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 198.8 mi (320 km).

Location

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Carries21st RD (20.0-J.9)
CrossesWolf Creek
LocationS.W. Cor. of Beattie
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMarshall County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.8577, -96.42649
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating9 US tons
Inventory rating5.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.6 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.7 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5 (2007)
Projected traffic10 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed198.8 mi (320 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$280,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 21st RD (20.0-J.9) over Wolf Creek built?

It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025.

What condition is 21st RD (20.0-J.9) over Wolf 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does 21st RD (20.0-J.9) over Wolf Creek carry?

About 5 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is 21st RD (20.0-J.9) over Wolf Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.6 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns 21st RD (20.0-J.9) over Wolf Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.