Local Rd. K-5.5 over Little Grasshopper Creek
GoodAtchison County, Kansas · 9.6N 1.5E of Muscotah · Structure no. 000031017503600
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 92 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2007 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local Rd. K-5.5 over Little Grasshopper Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Local Rd. K-5.5 over Little Grasshopper Creek in Atchison County, Kansas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 45 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2042. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Local Rd. K-5.5 over Little Grasshopper Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local Rd. K-5.5 over Little Grasshopper 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 Local Rd. K-5.5 over Little Grasshopper Creek carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2007 count).
How long is Local Rd. K-5.5 over Little Grasshopper Creek?
The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.5 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Local Rd. K-5.5 over Little Grasshopper Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.