US Bridges

SE Adams over Butcher Cr.

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Shawnee County, Kansas · 123.75M S. of 43rd Terr. · Structure no. 42795089550N10A

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,930
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

SE Adams over Butcher Cr. is a concrete culvert carrying SE Adams over Butcher Cr. in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 3,930 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,762 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSE Adams
CrossesButcher Cr.
Location123.75M S. of 43rd Terr.
RouteCity Street 5501
CountyShawnee County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.98886, -95.67039
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length31 ft (9.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,930 (2017)
Projected traffic5,762 by 2043
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SE Adams over Butcher Cr. built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is SE Adams over Butcher 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SE Adams over Butcher Cr. carry?

About 3,930 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SE Adams over Butcher Cr.?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SE Adams over Butcher Cr.?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.