Minor Col 5A over Middle Creek
FairPosted for loadLinn County, Kansas · 1.0W 1.6N of Parker · Structure no. 000541071005264
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 107 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Minor Col 5A over Middle Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Minor Col 5A over Middle Creek in Linn County, Kansas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2044. The structure is 107 ft (32.5 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Minor Col 5A over Middle Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Minor Col 5A over Middle Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does Minor Col 5A over Middle Creek carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2006 count).
How long is Minor Col 5A over Middle Creek?
The structure is 107 ft (32.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Minor Col 5A over Middle Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.