Bluestem Rd. over Middle Creek
GoodPosted for loadMarion County, Kansas · 5.4E 2.7S of Lincolnville · Structure no. 000570873005140
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 101 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bluestem Rd. over Middle Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Bluestem Rd. over Middle Creek in Marion County, Kansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 45 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 54 by 2044. The structure is 101 ft (30.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Bluestem Rd. over Middle Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bluestem Rd. over Middle 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Bluestem Rd. over Middle Creek carry?
About 45 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Bluestem Rd. over Middle Creek?
The structure is 101 ft (30.9 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Bluestem Rd. over Middle Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.