US Bridges

Burnett ST over Wichita River

Good

Wichita County, Texas · 0.15 MI SE of Brook ST · Structure no. 032430B01140002

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
430 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,339
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Burnett ST over Wichita River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Burnett ST over Wichita River in Wichita County, Texas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 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 1,339 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,000 by 2035. The structure is 430 ft (131.1 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesBurnett ST
CrossesWichita River
Location0.15 MI SE of Brook ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWichita County
StateTexas
Coordinates33.91548, -98.50145
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length430 ft (131.1 m)
Longest span117 ft (35.7 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,339 (2020)
Projected traffic4,000 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Burnett ST over Wichita River built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Burnett ST over Wichita River 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Burnett ST over Wichita River carry?

About 1,339 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is Burnett ST over Wichita River?

The structure is 430 ft (131.1 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Burnett ST over Wichita River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.