161st RD over Cedar Creek
GoodCowley County, Kansas · 2.0 E 0.5 S of New Salem · Structure no. 000180873006706
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
161st RD over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 161st RD over Cedar Creek in Cowley County, Kansas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 10 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 161st RD over Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is 161st RD over Cedar 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does 161st RD over Cedar Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 161st RD over Cedar Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns 161st RD over Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.