Rainbow Rd. over Sharps Creek
GoodMcPherson County, Kansas · 3.0S 4.4W of Marquette · Structure no. 000590757605060
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rainbow Rd. over Sharps Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rainbow Rd. over Sharps Creek in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 5 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 6 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rainbow Rd. over Sharps Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rainbow Rd. over Sharps 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Rainbow Rd. over Sharps Creek carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Rainbow Rd. over Sharps Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns Rainbow Rd. over Sharps Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.