Rs 137 over Fourth Creek
GoodMitchell County, Kansas · 2.7W 0.5S of Simpson · Structure no. 000000000620020
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 126 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2002 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rs 137 over Fourth Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Rs 137 over Fourth Creek in Mitchell County, Kansas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 65 by 2043. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rs 137 over Fourth Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rs 137 over Fourth 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Rs 137 over Fourth Creek carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2002 count).
How long is Rs 137 over Fourth Creek?
The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Rs 137 over Fourth Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.