13th Street North over West Branch Gypsum Creek
FairSedgwick County, Kansas · 13th ST at Lawrence · Structure no. 5304008700GC18W
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,500
- 2006 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
13th Street North over West Branch Gypsum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 13th Street North over West Branch Gypsum Creek in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 15,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2039. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 13th Street North over West Branch Gypsum Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is 13th Street North over West Branch Gypsum Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does 13th Street North over West Branch Gypsum Creek carry?
About 15,500 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is 13th Street North over West Branch Gypsum Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns 13th Street North over West Branch Gypsum Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.