US Bridges

J-7.2 Local over Snake Creek

Fair

Wilson County, Kansas · 3.0W 0.8N of Benedict · Structure no. 001030987006242

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

J-7.2 Local over Snake Creek is a concrete culvert carrying J-7.2 Local over Snake 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.

It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesJ-7.2 Local
CrossesSnake Creek
Location3.0W 0.8N of Benedict
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyWilson County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.6429, -95.79668
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating42.7 US tons
Inventory rating25.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2013)
Projected traffic30 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 J-7.2 Local over Snake Creek built?

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

What condition is J-7.2 Local over Snake 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does J-7.2 Local over Snake Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is J-7.2 Local over Snake Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns J-7.2 Local over Snake Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.