Ave U over Branch of Old Maids Fork
GoodRush County, Kansas · 4.5S 0.3E of Nekoma · Structure no. 000830593305200
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2008 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ave U over Branch of Old Maids Fork is a concrete culvert carrying Ave U over Branch of Old Maids Fork in Rush County, Kansas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger 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 20 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 30 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ave U over Branch of Old Maids Fork built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ave U over Branch of Old Maids Fork 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Ave U over Branch of Old Maids Fork carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Ave U over Branch of Old Maids Fork?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).
Who owns Ave U over Branch of Old Maids Fork?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.