US-159 HWY over Grasshopper Creek
GoodAtchison County, Kansas · 4.38 MI N Wjct K-9 · Structure no. 999915900030521
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 162 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 847
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-159 HWY over Grasshopper Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-159 HWY over Grasshopper Creek in Atchison County, Kansas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 847 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 864 by 2044. The structure is 162 ft (49.5 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-159 HWY over Grasshopper Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-159 HWY over Grasshopper 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US-159 HWY over Grasshopper Creek carry?
About 847 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US-159 HWY over Grasshopper Creek?
The structure is 162 ft (49.5 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US-159 HWY over Grasshopper Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.