US-54 HWY over Spring Creek
FairMeade County, Kansas · 6.66 MI NE Wjct US-160 · Structure no. 999905400600331
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 164 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,514
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-54 HWY over Spring Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-54 HWY over Spring Creek in Meade County, Kansas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 4,514 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,449 by 2044. The structure is 164 ft (49.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-54 HWY over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-54 HWY over Spring Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US-54 HWY over Spring Creek carry?
About 4,514 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is US-54 HWY over Spring Creek?
The structure is 164 ft (49.9 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US-54 HWY over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.