US Bridges

Alabama (6.7-0) over Tequa Creek

FairPosted for load

Franklin County, Kansas · 2.0W of Williamsburg · Structure no. 000301017005083

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
40
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Alabama (6.7-0) over Tequa Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Alabama (6.7-0) over Tequa Creek in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 5 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 48 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesAlabama (6.7-0)
CrossesTequa Creek
Location2.0W of Williamsburg
RouteCounty Highway 3001
CountyFranklin County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.48715, -95.50847
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating29.8 US tons
Inventory rating19.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.7 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2013)
Projected traffic48 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Alabama (6.7-0) over Tequa Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Alabama (6.7-0) over Tequa 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Alabama (6.7-0) over Tequa Creek carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Alabama (6.7-0) over Tequa Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.7 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Alabama (6.7-0) over Tequa Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.