Ave U over Otter Creek
GoodRush County, Kansas · 4.0S 0.75E of Rush Center · Structure no. 000830607605200
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2008 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ave U over Otter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ave U over Otter Creek 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 70 by 2044. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ave U over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ave U over Otter 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Ave U over Otter Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Ave U over Otter Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Ave U over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.