US Bridges

21-CC.7 194 over Trib. Little Blue River

GoodPosted for load

Washington County, Kansas · 2.2E of Barnes · Structure no. 001010873703400

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

21-CC.7 194 over Trib. Little Blue River is a concrete culvert carrying 21-CC.7 194 over Trib. Little Blue River in Washington County, Kansas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2043. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries21-CC.7 194
CrossesTrib. Little Blue River
Location2.2E of Barnes
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyWashington County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.71166, -96.83049
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2014)
Projected traffic60 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 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 21-CC.7 194 over Trib. Little Blue River built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is 21-CC.7 194 over Trib. Little Blue River 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does 21-CC.7 194 over Trib. Little Blue River carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is 21-CC.7 194 over Trib. Little Blue River?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns 21-CC.7 194 over Trib. Little Blue River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.