US Bridges

Rs 607 W 21st over Dry Creek

FairPosted for load

Sedgwick County, Kansas · 21STN 0.2 E of 151STW · Structure no. 000000000870870

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
143 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,428
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 607 W 21st over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rs 607 W 21st over Dry Creek in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, younger 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 6,428 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,843 by 2044. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 607 W 21st
CrossesDry Creek
Location21STN 0.2 E of 151STW
RouteCounty Highway 607
CountySedgwick County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.72194, -97.51247
Functional classUrban 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.1 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length143 ft (43.6 m)
Longest span56 ft (17 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,428 (2022)
Projected traffic7,843 by 2044
Trucks2%
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$350,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 607 W 21st over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 607 W 21st over Dry 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 607 W 21st over Dry Creek carry?

About 6,428 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Rs 607 W 21st over Dry Creek?

The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 607 W 21st over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.