US Bridges

K58 HWY over Loss Creek

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Coffey County, Kansas · 7.87 MI E Sjct US75 · Structure no. 999905800160441

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,036
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K58 HWY over Loss Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K58 HWY over Loss Creek in Coffey County, Kansas. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 1,036 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,057 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesK58 HWY
CrossesLoss Creek
Location7.87 MI E Sjct US75
RouteState Highway 58
CountyCoffey County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.08194, -95.59444
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating34.1 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,036 (2023)
Projected traffic1,057 by 2044
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 K58 HWY over Loss Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is K58 HWY over Loss 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 2023.

How much traffic does K58 HWY over Loss Creek carry?

About 1,036 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is K58 HWY over Loss Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns K58 HWY over Loss Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.