31st Street South over Meridian Ditch
GoodPosted for loadSedgwick County, Kansas · 31st ST S at Meridian · Structure no. 430400876275030
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,800
- 2006 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
31st Street South over Meridian Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying 31st Street South over Meridian Ditch in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 9,800 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,500 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 31st Street South over Meridian Ditch built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is 31st Street South over Meridian Ditch 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 31st Street South over Meridian Ditch carry?
About 9,800 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 31st Street South over Meridian Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns 31st Street South over Meridian Ditch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.