US Bridges

K232 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage

Good

Russell County, Kansas · 2.34MI S Jt K18 · Structure no. 999923200840571

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
133 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
862
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K232 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage is a concrete continuous slab carrying K232 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 862 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,138 by 2044. The structure is 133 ft (40.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesK232 HWY
CrossesWolf Creek Drainage
Location2.34MI S Jt K18
RouteState Highway 232
StateKansas
Coordinates39.01917, -98.52194
Functional classRural 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length133 ft (40.4 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic862 (2023)
Projected traffic1,138 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was K232 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is K232 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage 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 2023.

How much traffic does K232 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage carry?

About 862 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is K232 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage?

The structure is 133 ft (40.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns K232 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.