US Bridges

7th. Ave. over Blaze Fork Creek

GoodPosted for load

McPherson County, Kansas · 1.5S 7.0W of Mcpherson · Structure no. 000590771005280

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

7th. Ave. over Blaze Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 7th. Ave. over Blaze Fork Creek in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 60 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 73 by 2040. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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Carries7th. Ave.
CrossesBlaze Fork Creek
Location1.5S 7.0W of Mcpherson
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMcPherson County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.34793, -97.7955
Functional classRural 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating21.4 US tons
Inventory rating12.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length44 ft (13.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width89 ft (27 m)
Roadway width87 ft (26.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60 (2020)
Projected traffic73 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 7th. Ave. over Blaze Fork Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is 7th. Ave. over Blaze Fork 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does 7th. Ave. over Blaze Fork Creek carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is 7th. Ave. over Blaze Fork Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns 7th. Ave. over Blaze Fork Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.