US Bridges

Hedge LN Ter over Clear Creek Tributary

Good

Johnson County, Kansas · 500 S of 71st ST · Structure no. 526350460000062

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,500
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hedge LN Ter over Clear Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Hedge LN Ter over Clear Creek Tributary in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,800 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesHedge LN Ter
CrossesClear Creek Tributary
Location500 S of 71st ST
RouteCity Street 0
StateKansas
Coordinates38.99733, -94.85687
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.8 US tons
Inventory rating39.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.4 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,500 (2024)
Projected traffic1,800 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Hedge LN Ter over Clear Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hedge LN Ter over Clear Creek Tributary 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Hedge LN Ter over Clear Creek Tributary carry?

About 1,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Hedge LN Ter over Clear Creek Tributary?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Hedge LN Ter over Clear Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.