K-171 HWY over Little Cow Creek Drn
GoodCherokee County, Kansas · 0.89 MI E JCT US69 · Structure no. 999917100110671
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,725
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-171 HWY over Little Cow Creek Drn is a concrete culvert carrying K-171 HWY over Little Cow Creek Drn in Cherokee County, Kansas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older 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 5,725 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,507 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K-171 HWY over Little Cow Creek Drn built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is K-171 HWY over Little Cow Creek 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does K-171 HWY over Little Cow Creek Drn carry?
About 5,725 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is K-171 HWY over Little Cow Creek Drn?
The structure is 35 ft (10.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns K-171 HWY over Little Cow Creek Drn?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.