US Bridges

US 75 HWY over Elder Br Bufalo CR DR

Good

Wilson County, Kansas · 1.70 MI S K39 Ejct · Structure no. 999907501030361

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,950
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 75 HWY over Elder Br Bufalo CR DR is a concrete culvert carrying US 75 HWY over Elder Br Bufalo CR DR in Wilson County, Kansas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 1,950 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,029 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesUS 75 HWY
CrossesElder Br Bufalo CR DR
Location1.70 MI S K39 Ejct
RouteU.S. Route 75
StateKansas
Coordinates37.66444, -95.65139
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,950 (2023)
Projected traffic2,029 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US 75 HWY over Elder Br Bufalo CR DR built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 75 HWY over Elder Br Bufalo CR DR 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 75 HWY over Elder Br Bufalo CR DR carry?

About 1,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 75 HWY over Elder Br Bufalo CR DR?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 75 HWY over Elder Br Bufalo CR DR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.