RD J over Guzzlers Gulch
GoodPosted for loadNess County, Kansas · 8.25S of Laird · Structure no. 000000000680110
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 96 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
RD J over Guzzlers Gulch is a concrete culvert carrying RD J over Guzzlers Gulch in Ness County, Kansas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 45 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 55 by 2041. The structure is 96 ft (29.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RD J over Guzzlers Gulch built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is RD J over Guzzlers Gulch 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 RD J over Guzzlers Gulch carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is RD J over Guzzlers Gulch?
The structure is 96 ft (29.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns RD J over Guzzlers Gulch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.