142nd Rd. over Cherry Creek
GoodWoodson County, Kansas · 272 3.2N 5.9E JCT US75&54 · Structure no. 001041005005847
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 137 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
142nd Rd. over Cherry Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying 142nd Rd. over Cherry Creek in Woodson County, Kansas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 36 by 2044. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 142nd Rd. over Cherry Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is 142nd Rd. over Cherry 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does 142nd Rd. over Cherry Creek carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is 142nd Rd. over Cherry Creek?
The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns 142nd Rd. over Cherry Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.