Minor Col A-1.9 over Forsha Creek
FairPosted for loadRepublic County, Kansas · 5.0N 5.0W of Republic · Structure no. 000790757903000
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 62 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2014 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Minor Col A-1.9 over Forsha Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Minor Col A-1.9 over Forsha Creek in Republic County, Kansas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2034. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Minor Col A-1.9 over Forsha Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Minor Col A-1.9 over Forsha 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Minor Col A-1.9 over Forsha Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is Minor Col A-1.9 over Forsha Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Minor Col A-1.9 over Forsha Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.