US Bridges

US166 HWY over Spring River Drainage

Good

Cherokee County, Kansas · 5.30 MI E US69 · Structure no. 999916600111201

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,233
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US166 HWY over Spring River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US166 HWY over Spring River Drainage in Cherokee County, Kansas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 5,233 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,668 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS166 HWY
CrossesSpring River Drainage
Location5.30 MI E US69
RouteU.S. Route 166
StateKansas
Coordinates37.02389, -94.74083
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating88 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.3 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,233 (2023)
Projected traffic5,668 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 US166 HWY over Spring River Drainage built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is US166 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 US166 HWY over Spring River Drainage carry?

About 5,233 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US166 HWY over Spring River Drainage?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns US166 HWY over Spring River Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.