78th over Claywell Creek
GoodJefferson County, Kansas · 1.7E of Meriden · Structure no. 000441013104120
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 93 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 110
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
78th over Claywell Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 78th over Claywell Creek in Jefferson County, Kansas. It was built in 1991, 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 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.
It carries about 110 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 125 by 2040. The structure is 93 ft (28.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 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 78th over Claywell Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is 78th over Claywell 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 78th over Claywell Creek carry?
About 110 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 78th over Claywell Creek?
The structure is 93 ft (28.2 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns 78th over Claywell Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.