US Bridges

US-166 HWY over Spring River Drainage

Good

Cherokee County, Kansas · 0.67 MI E US-69 · Structure no. 999916600111081

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
117 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,752
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-166 HWY over Spring River Drainage is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-166 HWY over Spring River Drainage in Cherokee County, Kansas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 7,752 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,841 by 2044. The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS-166 HWY
CrossesSpring River Drainage
Location0.67 MI E US-69
RouteU.S. Route 166
StateKansas
Coordinates37.02361, -94.72528
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length117 ft (35.8 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,752 (2023)
Projected traffic9,841 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
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 US-166 HWY over Spring River Drainage built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-166 HWY over Spring River Drainage 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 2024.

How much traffic does US-166 HWY over Spring River Drainage carry?

About 7,752 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US-166 HWY over Spring River Drainage?

The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US-166 HWY over Spring River Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.