Old K-18 Rs 2121 over Mcdowell Creek
GoodPosted for loadGeary County, Kansas · 0.5N 11.4E Junction City · Structure no. 000000000310025
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 106 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 56
- 2004 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old K-18 Rs 2121 over Mcdowell Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying Old K-18 Rs 2121 over Mcdowell Creek in Geary County, Kansas. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 56 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2039. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old K-18 Rs 2121 over Mcdowell Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old K-18 Rs 2121 over Mcdowell 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Old K-18 Rs 2121 over Mcdowell Creek carry?
About 56 vehicles per day (2004 count).
How long is Old K-18 Rs 2121 over Mcdowell Creek?
The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Old K-18 Rs 2121 over Mcdowell Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.