71st over Spring Creek
GoodSedgwick County, Kansas · 1.3E 0.0N of Derby · Structure no. 000000000871830
- Built
- 2021
- 4 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,286
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
71st over Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 71st over Spring Creek in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,286 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2044. The structure is 63 ft (19.1 m) long and 42 ft wide. 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 71st over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.
What condition is 71st over Spring 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does 71st over Spring Creek carry?
About 3,286 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is 71st over Spring Creek?
The structure is 63 ft (19.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns 71st over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.