161st RD over Richland Creek
FairPosted for loadCowley County, Kansas · 1.0E 0.9N of Wilmot · Structure no. 000180873006601
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
161st RD over Richland Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 161st RD over Richland Creek in Cowley County, Kansas. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 25 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 35 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 161st RD over Richland Creek built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.
What condition is 161st RD over Richland Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does 161st RD over Richland Creek carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 161st RD over Richland Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 161st RD over Richland Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.