US-81 HWY over West Pipe Creek Drainage
GoodCloud County, Kansas · 2.84 MI N US-24 · Structure no. 999908100150611
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,083
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-81 HWY over West Pipe Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US-81 HWY over West Pipe Creek Drainage in Cloud County, Kansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 3,083 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,992 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 175 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 US-81 HWY over West Pipe Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-81 HWY over West Pipe Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US-81 HWY over West Pipe Creek Drainage carry?
About 3,083 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US-81 HWY over West Pipe Creek Drainage?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 175 ft wide.
Who owns US-81 HWY over West Pipe Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.