Rs 131 over West Chapman Creek
FairOttawa County, Kansas · 6.4E 0.5S of Lamar · Structure no. 000000000720050
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 145
- 2001 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rs 131 over West Chapman Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 131 over West Chapman Creek in Ottawa County, Kansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 145 vehicles a day, projected to reach 150 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rs 131 over West Chapman Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rs 131 over West Chapman Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does Rs 131 over West Chapman Creek carry?
About 145 vehicles per day (2001 count).
How long is Rs 131 over West Chapman Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Rs 131 over West Chapman Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.