US Bridges

Rs 997 22-39-5 over Trib. to Spring Creek

GoodPosted for load

Sumner County, Kansas · 3.5N 2.6W of Wellington · Structure no. 000000000960930

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
235
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 997 22-39-5 over Trib. to Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 997 22-39-5 over Trib. to Spring 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 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 235 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 997 22-39-5
CrossesTrib. to Spring Creek
Location3.5N 2.6W of Wellington
RouteCounty Highway 997
CountySumner County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.31813, -97.44957
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionMay 2023
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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.7 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic235 (2013)
Projected traffic180 by 2043
Trucks5%
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 Rs 997 22-39-5 over Trib. to Spring Creek built?

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

What condition is Rs 997 22-39-5 over Trib. to Spring Creek 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 997 22-39-5 over Trib. to Spring Creek carry?

About 235 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Rs 997 22-39-5 over Trib. to Spring Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 997 22-39-5 over Trib. to Spring Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.