K4 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage
GoodBarton County, Kansas · 12.35 MI E Ejct US281 · Structure no. 999900400050441
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,354
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K4 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K4 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage in Barton County, Kansas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 1,354 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,354 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K4 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is K4 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does K4 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage carry?
About 1,354 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is K4 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns K4 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.