US Bridges

T.6-12 Local over Stream

PoorPosted for load

Ottawa County, Kansas · 0.5N 1.0W of Wells · Structure no. 000720795604180

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
44 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2001 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

T.6-12 Local over Stream is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T.6-12 Local over Stream in Ottawa County, Kansas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2044. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesT.6-12 Local
CrossesStream
Location0.5N 1.0W of Wells
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyOttawa County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.14658, -97.56375
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating21.8 US tons
Inventory rating12.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.5 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.2 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2001)
Projected traffic20 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$175,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T.6-12 Local over Stream built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is T.6-12 Local over 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does T.6-12 Local over Stream carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2001 count).

How long is T.6-12 Local over Stream?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns T.6-12 Local over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.