US Bridges

C-22.6 Local over Middle Duck Creek

FairPosted for load

Wilson County, Kansas · 1.6S of Buxton · Structure no. 001030973006546

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

C-22.6 Local over Middle Duck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying C-22.6 Local over Middle Duck Creek in Wilson County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 48 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesC-22.6 Local
CrossesMiddle Duck Creek
Location1.6S of Buxton
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyWilson County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.42148, -95.92559
Functional classRural Local

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.7 US tons
Inventory rating25.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.8 m)
Deck width23 ft (6.9 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2013)
Projected traffic48 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 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 C-22.6 Local over Middle Duck Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is C-22.6 Local over Middle 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 C-22.6 Local over Middle Duck Creek carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is C-22.6 Local over Middle Duck Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns C-22.6 Local over Middle Duck Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.