US Bridges

FAU 3814 City 7015 over Trib. to Wildcat Creek

Good

Riley County, Kansas · Anderson Ave. · Structure no. 417750813814001

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,642
2000 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 3814 City 7015 over Trib. to Wildcat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 3814 City 7015 over Trib. to Wildcat Creek in Riley County, Kansas. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 90 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.

It carries about 2,642 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,300 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesFAU 3814 City 7015
CrossesTrib. to Wildcat Creek
LocationAnderson Ave.
RouteCity Street 3814
StateKansas
Coordinates39.18906, -96.62744
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width92 ft (28 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,642 (2000)
Projected traffic3,300 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 FAU 3814 City 7015 over Trib. to Wildcat Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is FAU 3814 City 7015 over Trib. to Wildcat Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does FAU 3814 City 7015 over Trib. to Wildcat Creek carry?

About 2,642 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is FAU 3814 City 7015 over Trib. to Wildcat Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 3814 City 7015 over Trib. to Wildcat Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.