Frontage RD over Coal Creek
GoodOsage County, Kansas · Melvern Res. & W. A. · Structure no. R5-MELR-02
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2006 count
- Owner
- State
- State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency
About this bridge
Frontage RD over Coal Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Frontage RD over Coal Creek in Osage County, Kansas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2045. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 198.8 mi (320 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 Frontage RD over Coal Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Frontage RD over Coal 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Frontage RD over Coal Creek carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2006 count).
How long is Frontage RD over Coal Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Frontage RD over Coal Creek?
It is owned by the State Park, Forest, or Reservation Agency.