US Bridges

Rs 997 41-22-9 over Oak Creek

GoodPosted for load

Sumner County, Kansas · 2.0W 2.6N of Wellington · Structure no. 000000000960940

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
255
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 997 41-22-9 over Oak Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 997 41-22-9 over Oak Creek in Sumner County, Kansas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 255 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 260 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRs 997 41-22-9
CrossesOak Creek
Location2.0W 2.6N of Wellington
RouteCounty Highway 997
StateKansas
Coordinates37.30307, -97.4397
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.3 US tons
Inventory rating22.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic255 (2013)
Projected traffic260 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 997 41-22-9 over Oak Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 997 41-22-9 over Oak 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 41-22-9 over Oak Creek carry?

About 255 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Rs 997 41-22-9 over Oak Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns Rs 997 41-22-9 over Oak Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.