US Bridges

Argonia RD Rs 640 over Argonia Creek

FairPosted for load

Sumner County, Kansas · 1.9N of Argonia · Structure no. 000000000960250

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
61 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
555
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Argonia RD Rs 640 over Argonia Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Argonia RD Rs 640 over Argonia Creek in Sumner County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 555 vehicles a day, projected to reach 600 by 2043. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesArgonia RD Rs 640
CrossesArgonia Creek
Location1.9N of Argonia
RouteCounty Highway 640
CountySumner County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.29153, -97.76556
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating22 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic555 (2013)
Projected traffic600 by 2043
Trucks0%
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

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Argonia RD Rs 640 over Argonia Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Argonia RD Rs 640 over Argonia 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Argonia RD Rs 640 over Argonia Creek carry?

About 555 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Argonia RD Rs 640 over Argonia Creek?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Argonia RD Rs 640 over Argonia Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.