US Bridges

Farmview over West Branch Gypsum Creek

GoodPosted for load

Sedgwick County, Kansas · Farmview at Lawrence Lane · Structure no. 53040087000FV10

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
450
2006 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Farmview over West Branch Gypsum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Farmview over West Branch Gypsum Creek in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 450 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 550 by 2039. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesFarmview
CrossesWest Branch Gypsum Creek
LocationFarmview at Lawrence Lane
RouteCity Street 0
StateKansas
Coordinates37.71488, -97.25589
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.5 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic450 (2006)
Projected traffic550 by 2039
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$255,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Farmview over West Branch Gypsum Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Farmview over West Branch Gypsum 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 Farmview over West Branch Gypsum Creek carry?

About 450 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Farmview over West Branch Gypsum Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Farmview over West Branch Gypsum Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.