US Bridges

Rs 609 247th W over Cowskin Creek

FairPosted for load

Sedgwick County, Kansas · 247THW 0.1 N of 37THN · Structure no. 000000000870170

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,969
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 609 247th W over Cowskin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 609 247th W over Cowskin Creek in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,969 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,402 by 2044. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 609 247th W
CrossesCowskin Creek
Location247THW 0.1 N of 37THN
RouteCounty Highway 609
CountySedgwick County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.75156, -97.6263
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating23 US tons
Inventory rating23 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,969 (2022)
Projected traffic2,402 by 2044
Trucks9%
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

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 609 247th W over Cowskin Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 609 247th W over Cowskin 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 609 247th W over Cowskin Creek carry?

About 1,969 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Rs 609 247th W over Cowskin Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 609 247th W over Cowskin Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.