First Avenue over Cow Creek
FairReno County, Kansas · First Ave at Cow Creek · Structure no. 513500780000C07
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,560
- 2015 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
First Avenue over Cow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying First Avenue over Cow Creek in Reno County, Kansas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 3,560 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,916 by 2046. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was First Avenue over Cow Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is First Avenue over Cow 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does First Avenue over Cow Creek carry?
About 3,560 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is First Avenue over Cow Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns First Avenue over Cow Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.