US77 HWY over Walnut River Drainage
GoodCowley County, Kansas · 4.07 MI N Njct K15 · Structure no. 999907700180181
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,914
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US77 HWY over Walnut River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US77 HWY over Walnut River Drainage in Cowley County, Kansas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 94 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 2,914 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,284 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long and 51 ft wide.
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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 US77 HWY over Walnut River Drainage built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is US77 HWY over Walnut River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US77 HWY over Walnut River Drainage carry?
About 2,914 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US77 HWY over Walnut River Drainage?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns US77 HWY over Walnut River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.