US Bridges

Mink RD (O7-S15) over Creek

FairPosted for load

Dickinson County, Kansas · 3085 Mink RD · Structure no. 000210845004322

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
35
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mink RD (O7-S15) over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mink RD (O7-S15) over Creek in Dickinson County, Kansas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 42 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesMink RD (O7-S15)
CrossesCreek
Location3085 Mink RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyDickinson County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.04359, -97.11139
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29.3 US tons
Inventory rating17.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2011)
Projected traffic42 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mink RD (O7-S15) over Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mink RD (O7-S15) over 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Mink RD (O7-S15) over Creek carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Mink RD (O7-S15) over Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Mink RD (O7-S15) over Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.