US Bridges

US166 HWY over Middle Caney CR Drn

Good

Chautauqua County, Kansas · 4.33 MI E Ejct K-99 · Structure no. 999916600100271

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,880
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US166 HWY over Middle Caney CR Drn is a concrete culvert carrying US166 HWY over Middle Caney CR Drn in Chautauqua County, Kansas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 2,880 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,058 by 2044. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long and 197 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS166 HWY
CrossesMiddle Caney CR Drn
Location4.33 MI E Ejct K-99
RouteU.S. Route 166
CountyChautauqua County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.08, -96.10333
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating23.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width197 ft (60 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,880 (2023)
Projected traffic3,058 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US166 HWY over Middle Caney CR Drn built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is US166 HWY over Middle Caney CR Drn 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US166 HWY over Middle Caney CR Drn carry?

About 2,880 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US166 HWY over Middle Caney CR Drn?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 197 ft wide.

Who owns US166 HWY over Middle Caney CR Drn?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.