Minor T-314-3 over Independence Creek
FairPosted for loadDoniphan County, Kansas · 5.3E 1.2S of Purcell · Structure no. 000221043803462
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old, rebuilt 2007
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 109 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 95
- 2005 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Minor T-314-3 over Independence Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Minor T-314-3 over Independence Creek in Doniphan County, Kansas. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 95 vehicles a day, projected to reach 95 by 2045. The structure is 109 ft (33.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Minor T-314-3 over Independence Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.
What condition is Minor T-314-3 over Independence 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 2025.
How much traffic does Minor T-314-3 over Independence Creek carry?
About 95 vehicles per day (2005 count).
How long is Minor T-314-3 over Independence Creek?
The structure is 109 ft (33.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Minor T-314-3 over Independence Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.