US Bridges

CO23-1.6 Rs 492 over Chetopa Creek

FairPosted for load

Wilson County, Kansas · 1.7S 5.5E of Altoona · Structure no. 000000001030100

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
80 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
42
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO23-1.6 Rs 492 over Chetopa Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CO23-1.6 Rs 492 over Chetopa Creek in Wilson County, Kansas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 42 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2042. The structure is 80 ft (24.5 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesCO23-1.6 Rs 492
CrossesChetopa Creek
Location1.7S 5.5E of Altoona
RouteCounty Highway 492
CountyWilson County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.50579, -95.56141
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 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 within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating25.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length80 ft (24.5 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42 (2013)
Projected traffic50 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO23-1.6 Rs 492 over Chetopa Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO23-1.6 Rs 492 over Chetopa 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 CO23-1.6 Rs 492 over Chetopa Creek carry?

About 42 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is CO23-1.6 Rs 492 over Chetopa Creek?

The structure is 80 ft (24.5 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns CO23-1.6 Rs 492 over Chetopa Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.