K3 HWY over Prong Creek
GoodBourbon County, Kansas · 0.26 MI N Wjct K39 · Structure no. 999900300060251
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 590
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K3 HWY over Prong Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K3 HWY over Prong Creek in Bourbon County, Kansas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 590 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 602 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K3 HWY over Prong Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is K3 HWY over Prong 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does K3 HWY over Prong Creek carry?
About 590 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is K3 HWY over Prong Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns K3 HWY over Prong Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.