US Bridges

Harper RD Old K39 over Trib to Duck Creek

FairPosted for load

Wilson County, Kansas · 1.5 N .75 E of Lafontaine · Structure no. 000000001030003

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
675
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Harper RD Old K39 over Trib to Duck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Harper RD Old K39 over Trib to Duck Creek in Wilson County, Kansas. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 5 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 675 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 810 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 45 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesHarper RD Old K39
CrossesTrib to Duck Creek
Location1.5 N .75 E of Lafontaine
RouteCounty Highway 39
CountyWilson County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.4196, -95.83397
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.5 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length43 ft (13.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic675 (2013)
Projected traffic810 by 2042
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 Harper RD Old K39 over Trib to Duck Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Harper RD Old K39 over Trib to Duck 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Harper RD Old K39 over Trib to Duck Creek carry?

About 675 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Harper RD Old K39 over Trib to Duck Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Harper RD Old K39 over Trib to Duck Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.