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County highway staff to commission hydrology study before replacing culverts with concrete boxes
Summary
Road superintendent proposed switching two culvert replacements to concrete boxes because of acidic soils and longevity concerns; commissioners approved proceeding with a hydrology study funded by rate funding.
McPherson County highway staff told commissioners they plan to replace two small culvert structures with concrete boxes and will commission a hydrology study required by county guidelines before making the change.
Glenn presented the county’s five-year small-structures plan and said two sites currently listed for culvert replacement — at Nell and Callison and at a location associated with Jerome Lockies — should be switched to concrete box structures because “I’m not seeing longevity in the bigger pipes anymore” and because local soils at one site are more acidic. He said a hydrology study is required “anytime there’s any change,” and that the study cost would be paid from rate funding tied to the structures program.
Glenn described the work plan for the sites: after the hydrology study and with rate-funding coverage, the county would get price estimates for either small pipes or concrete boxes; one site would likely require a crane to set larger boxes. He said one location currently contains five 5-foot culverts and four 6-foot culverts feeding that crossing.
Commissioner Mike moved to proceed with the hydrology study and obtain estimates; Jeff seconded the motion. The motion carried by voice vote.
Glenn said he would follow up with staff (including Dylan) and return with estimates for the selected solution. He emphasized the box option was recommended for longevity and improved hydraulic performance at the affected sites.
