W 63rd over Gunzelman Channel
GoodSedgwick County, Kansas · 63RDS 0.9 E of Meridian · Structure no. 000870817906340
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,761
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
W 63rd over Gunzelman Channel is a concrete culvert carrying W 63rd over Gunzelman Channel in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 2,761 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,368 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W 63rd over Gunzelman Channel built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is W 63rd over Gunzelman Channel 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does W 63rd over Gunzelman Channel carry?
About 2,761 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is W 63rd over Gunzelman Channel?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.
Who owns W 63rd over Gunzelman Channel?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.