US-159 HWY over Little Stranger Creek
GoodAtchison County, Kansas · 4.80 MI W of K-9 · Structure no. 999915900030591
- Built
- 2017
- 8 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 718
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-159 HWY over Little Stranger Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-159 HWY over Little Stranger Creek in Atchison County, Kansas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 718 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 825 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long and 107 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 US-159 HWY over Little Stranger Creek built?
It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-159 HWY over Little Stranger 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 Little Stranger Creek carry?
About 718 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US-159 HWY over Little Stranger Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 107 ft wide.
Who owns US-159 HWY over Little Stranger Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.