13th over Mud Creek
GoodPosted for loadJefferson County, Kansas · 4.5E of Williamstown · Structure no. 000000000440045
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 157 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
13th over Mud Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 13th over Mud Creek in Jefferson County, Kansas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 250 by 2040. The structure is 157 ft (47.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 13th over Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is 13th over Mud 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does 13th over Mud Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 13th over Mud Creek?
The structure is 157 ft (47.8 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns 13th over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.