Minor Col (rd T) over Amazon Ditch
GoodKearny County, Kansas · 0.3E 2.1N of Lakin · Structure no. 000470393005801
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 80
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Minor Col (rd T) over Amazon Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Minor Col (rd T) over Amazon Ditch in Kearny County, Kansas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 80 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 80 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Minor Col (rd T) over Amazon Ditch built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Minor Col (rd T) over Amazon Ditch 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 2023.
How much traffic does Minor Col (rd T) over Amazon Ditch carry?
About 80 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Minor Col (rd T) over Amazon Ditch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Minor Col (rd T) over Amazon Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.