US Bridges

Central over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR

Good

Sedgwick County, Kansas · Central at Westlink · Structure no. 430400876400010

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
22,560
2006 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Central over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR is a concrete culvert carrying Central over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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.

It carries about 22,560 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,500 by 2039. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesCentral
CrossesWestlink Trib Cowskin CR
LocationCentral at Westlink
RouteCity Street 6400
StateKansas
Coordinates37.69389, -97.44944
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.3 US tons
Inventory rating30.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,560 (2006)
Projected traffic30,500 by 2039
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Central over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Central over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Central over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR carry?

About 22,560 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Central over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Central over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.