US Bridges

K-80 HWY over Dry Creek

Good

Clay County, Kansas · 2.88 MI W K15 · Structure no. 999908000140421

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
162 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
380
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-80 HWY over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K-80 HWY over Dry Creek in Clay County, Kansas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 380 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 403 by 2044. The structure is 162 ft (49.5 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

Location

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CarriesK-80 HWY
CrossesDry Creek
Location2.88 MI W K15
RouteState Highway 80
CountyClay County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.46611, -97.18083
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating67.9 US tons
Inventory rating52.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length162 ft (49.5 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.5 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic380 (2023)
Projected traffic403 by 2044
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 K-80 HWY over Dry Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-80 HWY over Dry Creek 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 K-80 HWY over Dry Creek carry?

About 380 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is K-80 HWY over Dry Creek?

The structure is 162 ft (49.5 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns K-80 HWY over Dry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.