US Bridges

13th Street North over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR

GoodPosted for load

Sedgwick County, Kansas · 13th ST at Westlink · Structure no. 530400870CCWR70

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,565
2006 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

13th Street North over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR is a concrete culvert carrying 13th Street North over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 15,565 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,500 by 2039. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Carries13th Street North
CrossesWestlink Trib Cowskin CR
Location13th ST at Westlink
RouteCity Street 0
StateKansas
Coordinates37.70867, -97.45405
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.1 US tons
Inventory rating18.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,565 (2006)
Projected traffic23,500 by 2039
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$300,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 13th Street North over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is 13th Street North 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 13th Street North over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR carry?

About 15,565 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is 13th Street North over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).

Who owns 13th Street North over Westlink Trib Cowskin CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.