W Clem over Fly Creek
GoodCherokee County, Kansas · 2.5S 4.9W of Columbus · Structure no. 000111083106940
- Built
- 1918
- 107 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2007 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
W Clem over Fly Creek is a concrete culvert carrying W Clem over Fly Creek in Cherokee County, Kansas. It was built in 1918, so it is 107 years old, older 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 48 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W Clem over Fly Creek built?
It was built in 1918, making it 107 years old in 2025.
What condition is W Clem over Fly 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does W Clem over Fly Creek carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is W Clem over Fly Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns W Clem over Fly Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.