143rd over Four Mile Creek
PoorSedgwick County, Kansas · 143RDE 0.2 N of Central · Structure no. 000000000871650
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,591
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
143rd over Four Mile Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 143rd over Four Mile Creek in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 72 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 5,591 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,400 by 2044. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
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Frequently asked questions
When was 143rd over Four Mile Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is 143rd over Four Mile Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does 143rd over Four Mile Creek carry?
About 5,591 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is 143rd over Four Mile Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns 143rd over Four Mile Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.