31-U.8 302 over Deadman Creek
PoorPosted for loadWashington County, Kansas · 1.0E 2.0S of Kimeo · Structure no. 001010857803600
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 58 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2014 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
31-U.8 302 over Deadman Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 31-U.8 302 over Deadman Creek in Washington County, Kansas. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2043. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 21 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| 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 31-U.8 302 over Deadman Creek built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.
What condition is 31-U.8 302 over Deadman Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does 31-U.8 302 over Deadman Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is 31-U.8 302 over Deadman Creek?
The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.7 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns 31-U.8 302 over Deadman Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.