US Bridges

K-31 HWY over Rock Creek

Good

Coffey County, Kansas · 0.35 MI E 2nd ST Waverly · Structure no. 999903100160581

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
101 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
395
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-31 HWY over Rock Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K-31 HWY over Rock Creek in Coffey County, Kansas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 395 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 482 by 2044. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesK-31 HWY
CrossesRock Creek
Location0.35 MI E 2nd ST Waverly
RouteState Highway 31
StateKansas
Coordinates38.39028, -95.59528
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating85 US tons
Inventory rating51 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length101 ft (30.8 m)
Longest span39 ft (12 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic395 (2023)
Projected traffic482 by 2044
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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-31 HWY over Rock Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-31 HWY over Rock 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does K-31 HWY over Rock Creek carry?

About 395 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is K-31 HWY over Rock Creek?

The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (12 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns K-31 HWY over Rock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.