Rs 1700 over Independence Creek
GoodAtchison County, Kansas · 3.7N 1.0E of Lancaster · Structure no. 000000000030500
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 137 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 187
- 2007 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rs 1700 over Independence Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying Rs 1700 over Independence Creek in Atchison County, Kansas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 187 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 201 by 2042. The structure is 137 ft (41.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rs 1700 over Independence Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rs 1700 over Independence Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Rs 1700 over Independence Creek carry?
About 187 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Rs 1700 over Independence Creek?
The structure is 137 ft (41.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Rs 1700 over Independence Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.