US Bridges

CO19-1.1 Rs 229 over Middle Duck Creek

Good

Wilson County, Kansas · 6.0S 6.1W of Fredonia · Structure no. 000000001030010

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
150
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO19-1.1 Rs 229 over Middle Duck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO19-1.1 Rs 229 over Middle Duck Creek in Wilson County, Kansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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.

It carries about 150 vehicles a day, projected to reach 180 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesCO19-1.1 Rs 229
CrossesMiddle Duck Creek
Location6.0S 6.1W of Fredonia
RouteCounty Highway 229
StateKansas
Coordinates37.44475, -95.94603
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.9 US tons
Inventory rating20.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic150 (2013)
Projected traffic180 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 CO19-1.1 Rs 229 over Middle Duck Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO19-1.1 Rs 229 over Middle Duck 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does CO19-1.1 Rs 229 over Middle Duck Creek carry?

About 150 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is CO19-1.1 Rs 229 over Middle Duck Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns CO19-1.1 Rs 229 over Middle Duck Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.