Murdock over Third Street Drain
GoodSedgwick County, Kansas · Murdock at Sleepy Hollow · Structure no. 530400870WDC325
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 260
- 2006 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Murdock over Third Street Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Murdock over Third Street Drain in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older 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 260 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 290 by 2039. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Murdock over Third Street Drain built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Murdock over Third Street Drain 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Murdock over Third Street Drain carry?
About 260 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Murdock over Third Street Drain?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Murdock over Third Street Drain?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.