Merdian Rd. over North Cottonwood River
GoodMarion County, Kansas · 1.3S 7.6W of Durham · Structure no. 000570817005121
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 88 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Merdian Rd. over North Cottonwood River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Merdian Rd. over North Cottonwood River in Marion County, Kansas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 25 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 30 by 2044. The structure is 88 ft (26.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Merdian Rd. over North Cottonwood River built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Merdian Rd. over North Cottonwood River 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 Merdian Rd. over North Cottonwood River carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Merdian Rd. over North Cottonwood River?
The structure is 88 ft (26.7 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Merdian Rd. over North Cottonwood River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.