21st over Muddy Creek
GoodJefferson County, Kansas · 7.4S 0.9E of Meriden · Structure no. 000441011204264
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 142 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
21st over Muddy Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 21st over Muddy Creek in Jefferson County, Kansas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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.
It carries about 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2040. The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long and 26 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 21st over Muddy Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is 21st 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does 21st over Muddy Creek carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 21st over Muddy Creek?
The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns 21st over Muddy Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.