W. 270th Dr. over Wolf Creek
PoorPosted for loadOsborne County, Kansas · 7.0S 2.3E of Covert · Structure no. 000710667104140
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
W. 270th Dr. over Wolf Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W. 270th Dr. over Wolf Creek in Osborne 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 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 20 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W. 270th Dr. over Wolf Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is W. 270th Dr. 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does W. 270th Dr. over Wolf Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is W. 270th Dr. over Wolf Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.9 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns W. 270th Dr. over Wolf Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.