US-166 HWY over Silver Creek Drainage
GoodCowley County, Kansas · 10.74 MI E US-77 · Structure no. 999916600180861
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 142 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,344
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-166 HWY over Silver Creek Drainage is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-166 HWY over Silver Creek Drainage in Cowley County, Kansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 1,344 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,371 by 2044. The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-166 HWY over Silver Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-166 HWY over Silver Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US-166 HWY over Silver Creek Drainage carry?
About 1,344 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is US-166 HWY over Silver Creek Drainage?
The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US-166 HWY over Silver Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.