Central over West Branch Dry Creek
GoodSedgwick County, Kansas · Central at Bleckley · Structure no. 430400876400080
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,000
- 2006 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Central over West Branch Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Central over West Branch Dry Creek in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 83 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 20,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,500 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Central over West Branch Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is Central over West Branch Dry 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Central over West Branch Dry Creek carry?
About 20,000 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Central over West Branch Dry Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Central over West Branch Dry Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.