US Bridges

CO19-4.9 Rs 229 over Trib. to Plum Creek

Fair

Wilson County, Kansas · 6.0S 2.2W of Fredonia · Structure no. 000000001030020

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
195
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO19-4.9 Rs 229 over Trib. to Plum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO19-4.9 Rs 229 over Trib. to Plum 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 195 vehicles a day, projected to reach 234 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesCO19-4.9 Rs 229
CrossesTrib. to Plum Creek
Location6.0S 2.2W of Fredonia
RouteCounty Highway 229
CountyWilson County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.44416, -95.87531
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 rating38.3 US tons
Inventory rating22.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.6 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic195 (2013)
Projected traffic234 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 CO19-4.9 Rs 229 over Trib. to Plum Creek built?

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

What condition is CO19-4.9 Rs 229 over Trib. to Plum 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 CO19-4.9 Rs 229 over Trib. to Plum Creek carry?

About 195 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is CO19-4.9 Rs 229 over Trib. to Plum Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns CO19-4.9 Rs 229 over Trib. to Plum Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.