287th Street over North Wea Creek
GoodMiami County, Kansas · 0.9W of Somerset · Structure no. 000611095004920
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 106 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 253
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
287th Street over North Wea Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 287th Street over North Wea Creek in Miami County, Kansas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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.
It carries about 253 vehicles a day, projected to reach 738 by 2043. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 287th Street over North Wea Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is 287th Street over North Wea 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does 287th Street over North Wea Creek carry?
About 253 vehicles per day (2011 count).
How long is 287th Street over North Wea Creek?
The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns 287th Street over North Wea Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.