9th Avenue over Sharps Creek
GoodMcPherson County, Kansas · 6.4N 5.0W of Mcpherson · Structure no. 000590775005086
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
9th Avenue over Sharps Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 9th Avenue over Sharps Creek in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 35 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 45 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 9th Avenue over Sharps Creek built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is 9th Avenue 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does 9th Avenue over Sharps Creek carry?
About 35 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is 9th Avenue over Sharps Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 9th Avenue over Sharps Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.