17th over Prairie Creek
GoodJefferson County, Kansas · 0.2S 6.6W of Perry · Structure no. 000441015404282
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
17th over Prairie Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying 17th over Prairie Creek in Jefferson County, Kansas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 45 by 2040. The structure is 122 ft (37.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 17th over Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is 17th over Prairie 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 17th over Prairie Creek carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is 17th over Prairie Creek?
The structure is 122 ft (37.3 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns 17th over Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.