Local 5.0-M.5 over Dry Creek
FairPosted for loadClay County, Kansas · 3.0N 3.6E of Morganville · Structure no. 000140841503680
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local 5.0-M.5 over Dry Creek is a concrete channel beam carrying Local 5.0-M.5 over Dry Creek in Clay County, Kansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 25 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 5.0-M.5 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local 5.0-M.5 over Dry 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Local 5.0-M.5 over Dry Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is Local 5.0-M.5 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.7 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Local 5.0-M.5 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.