54th over Muddy Creek
GoodPosted for loadJefferson County, Kansas · 3.0S 0.7W of Meriden · Structure no. 000441007304180
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 153 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
54th over Muddy Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 54th over Muddy Creek in Jefferson County, Kansas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 8 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2040. The structure is 153 ft (46.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 54th over Muddy Creek built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is 54th over Muddy 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 54th over Muddy Creek carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 54th over Muddy Creek?
The structure is 153 ft (46.5 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns 54th over Muddy Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.