N Lane (rs 899) over North Fork Sappa Creek
GoodPosted for loadDecatur County, Kansas · 4.5S 8.2W of Oberlin · Structure no. 000000000200240
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 219 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 185
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
N Lane (rs 899) over North Fork Sappa Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying N Lane (rs 899) over North Fork Sappa Creek in Decatur County, Kansas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 185 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 195 by 2044. The structure is 219 ft (66.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N Lane (rs 899) over North Fork Sappa Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is N Lane (rs 899) over North Fork Sappa 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does N Lane (rs 899) over North Fork Sappa Creek carry?
About 185 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is N Lane (rs 899) over North Fork Sappa Creek?
The structure is 219 ft (66.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns N Lane (rs 899) over North Fork Sappa Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.