US160 HWY over Plum Creek
GoodCowley County, Kansas · 3.09 MI N Ejct K15 · Structure no. 999916000180301
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,334
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US160 HWY over Plum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US160 HWY over Plum Creek in Cowley County, Kansas. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 1,334 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,596 by 2044. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US160 HWY over Plum Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is US160 HWY over Plum 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US160 HWY over Plum Creek carry?
About 1,334 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US160 HWY over Plum Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US160 HWY over Plum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.