Coal Creek Rd. over Trib Coal Creek
FairJefferson County, Kansas · 4.9N of Valley Falls · Structure no. 000000000440003
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 105
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Coal Creek Rd. over Trib Coal Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Coal Creek Rd. over Trib Coal Creek in Jefferson County, Kansas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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.
It carries about 105 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 125 by 2040. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Coal Creek Rd. over Trib Coal Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Coal Creek Rd. over Trib Coal 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Coal Creek Rd. over Trib Coal Creek carry?
About 105 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Coal Creek Rd. over Trib Coal Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Coal Creek Rd. over Trib Coal Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.