NW 80th over Plum Creek
FairPosted for loadCherokee County, Kansas · 3.0W 1.6N of West Mineral · Structure no. 000111077006705
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2007 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
NW 80th over Plum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying NW 80th over Plum Creek in Cherokee County, Kansas. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 30 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 35 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NW 80th over Plum Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is NW 80th over Plum Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does NW 80th over Plum Creek carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is NW 80th over Plum Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns NW 80th over Plum Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.