US Bridges

SE 29th over Butcher Cr.

Fair

Shawnee County, Kansas · 332M E. of 29th & Ks. Ave · Structure no. 42795089545K10A

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,400
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

SE 29th over Butcher Cr. is a concrete culvert carrying SE 29th over Butcher Cr. in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 75 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 5 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 12,400 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,642 by 2043. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSE 29th
CrossesButcher Cr.
Location332M E. of 29th & Ks. Ave
RouteCity Street 5450
CountyShawnee County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.01514, -95.67819
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.6 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,400 (2017)
Projected traffic20,642 by 2043
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SE 29th over Butcher Cr. built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is SE 29th over Butcher Cr. 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SE 29th over Butcher Cr. carry?

About 12,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is SE 29th over Butcher Cr.?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.2 m).

Who owns SE 29th over Butcher Cr.?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.