US Bridges

Rs 479 - SW 90 Ave over Trib South Fk Ninnescah

GoodPosted for load

Pratt County, Kansas · 0.5N of Cullison · Structure no. 000000000760100

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
35
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 479 - SW 90 Ave over Trib South Fk Ninnescah is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 479 - SW 90 Ave over Trib South Fk Ninnescah in Pratt County, Kansas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 35 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 40 by 2046. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRs 479 - SW 90 Ave
CrossesTrib South Fk Ninnescah
Location0.5N of Cullison
RouteCounty Highway 479
StateKansas
Coordinates37.63922, -98.90514
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating25.8 US tons
Inventory rating18.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2021)
Projected traffic40 by 2046
Trucks10%
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 479 - SW 90 Ave over Trib South Fk Ninnescah built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 479 - SW 90 Ave over Trib South Fk Ninnescah 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 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 479 - SW 90 Ave over Trib South Fk Ninnescah carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 479 - SW 90 Ave over Trib South Fk Ninnescah?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 479 - SW 90 Ave over Trib South Fk Ninnescah?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.