K177 HWY over Cottonwood River
GoodChase County, Kansas · .12 MI N Mn(ctnwod Fls · Structure no. 999917700090501
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 422 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,247
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K177 HWY over Cottonwood River is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying K177 HWY over Cottonwood River in Chase County, Kansas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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.
It carries about 2,247 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,292 by 2044. The structure is 422 ft (128.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 K177 HWY over Cottonwood River built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is K177 HWY over Cottonwood 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does K177 HWY over Cottonwood River carry?
About 2,247 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is K177 HWY over Cottonwood River?
The structure is 422 ft (128.5 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K177 HWY over Cottonwood River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.