Local Rd. 31 over Big Sugar Creek
PoorPosted for loadLinn County, Kansas · 1.8S of Boicourt · Structure no. 000541103505408
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 96 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Local Rd. 31 over Big Sugar Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Local Rd. 31 over Big Sugar Creek in Linn County, Kansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2044. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Local Rd. 31 over Big Sugar Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Local Rd. 31 over Big Sugar Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does Local Rd. 31 over Big Sugar Creek carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2006 count).
How long is Local Rd. 31 over Big Sugar Creek?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Local Rd. 31 over Big Sugar Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.