NW 170th over Whitewater River
GoodPosted for loadButler County, Kansas · 5.4E 1.0N of Elbing · Structure no. 000080853905660
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 51 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
NW 170th over Whitewater River is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying NW 170th over Whitewater River in Butler County, Kansas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2045. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NW 170th over Whitewater River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is NW 170th over Whitewater River 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does NW 170th over Whitewater River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2023 count).
How long is NW 170th over Whitewater River?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns NW 170th over Whitewater River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.