62nd over Muddy Creek
PoorJefferson County, Kansas · 2.0S 0.8W of Meriden · Structure no. 000441007204160
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 133 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
62nd over Muddy Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 62nd over Muddy Creek in Jefferson County, Kansas. It was built in 1991 and reconstructed in 2020, 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2040. The structure is 133 ft (40.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 62nd over Muddy Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is 62nd over Muddy Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does 62nd over Muddy Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 62nd over Muddy Creek?
The structure is 133 ft (40.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns 62nd over Muddy Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.