Falcon Rd. over North Cottonwood River
GoodMarion County, Kansas · 0.8N 1.6W of Durham · Structure no. 000570829005068
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 140 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Falcon Rd. over North Cottonwood River is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying Falcon Rd. over North Cottonwood River in Marion County, Kansas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 48 by 2044. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 Falcon Rd. over North Cottonwood River built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is Falcon 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Falcon Rd. over North Cottonwood River carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is Falcon Rd. over North Cottonwood River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (13.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Falcon Rd. over North Cottonwood River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.