US160 HWY over Walnut Creek
GoodBarber County, Kansas · 1.89 MI W Wjct US281 · Structure no. 999916000040071
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 923
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US160 HWY over Walnut Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US160 HWY over Walnut Creek in Barber County, Kansas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 923 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,172 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US160 HWY over Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is US160 HWY over Walnut 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US160 HWY over Walnut Creek carry?
About 923 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US160 HWY over Walnut Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns US160 HWY over Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.