143rd over Trib. to Polecat Creek
GoodSedgwick County, Kansas · 143RDE 0.04 N of 79THS · Structure no. 000870839006369
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 631
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
143rd over Trib. to Polecat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 143rd over Trib. to Polecat Creek in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 631 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 770 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 143rd over Trib. to Polecat Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is 143rd over Trib. to Polecat Creek 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does 143rd over Trib. to Polecat Creek carry?
About 631 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 143rd over Trib. to Polecat Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns 143rd over Trib. to Polecat Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.