US Bridges

Local 51 R.2-2000 over Unnamed Stream

PoorPosted for load

Morris County, Kansas · 1.4W 2.8N of Wilsey · Structure no. 000640889004822

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local 51 R.2-2000 over Unnamed Stream is a concrete continuous slab carrying Local 51 R.2-2000 over Unnamed Stream in Morris County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 3 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesLocal 51 R.2-2000
CrossesUnnamed Stream
Location1.4W 2.8N of Wilsey
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMorris County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.67833, -96.70806
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.
Substructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Channel and channel protection3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating10 US tons
Inventory rating10 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2011)
Projected traffic60 by 2040
Trucks0%
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$240,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Local 51 R.2-2000 over Unnamed Stream built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local 51 R.2-2000 over Unnamed Stream 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Local 51 R.2-2000 over Unnamed Stream carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Local 51 R.2-2000 over Unnamed Stream?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns Local 51 R.2-2000 over Unnamed Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.