US Bridges

K177 HWY over BNSF R.R.

Fair

Butler County, Kansas · 8.17 MI N of US-54 HWY · Structure no. 999917700081262

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
346 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
518
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K177 HWY over BNSF R.R. is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K177 HWY over BNSF R.R. in Butler County, Kansas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 518 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 632 by 2044. The structure is 346 ft (105.5 m) long and 46 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesK177 HWY
CrossesBNSF R.R.
Location8.17 MI N of US-54 HWY
RouteState Highway 177
CountyButler County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.92722, -96.74944
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length346 ft (105.5 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic518 (2023)
Projected traffic632 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was K177 HWY over BNSF R.R. built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is K177 HWY over BNSF R.R. in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does K177 HWY over BNSF R.R. carry?

About 518 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is K177 HWY over BNSF R.R.?

The structure is 346 ft (105.5 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns K177 HWY over BNSF R.R.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.