K47 HWY over Lightning Creek Drainage
GoodCrawford County, Kansas · 11.13 MI E Neosho Coln · Structure no. 999904700190211
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,832
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K47 HWY over Lightning Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K47 HWY over Lightning Creek Drainage in Crawford County, Kansas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 2,832 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,889 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long and 48 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 | 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 K47 HWY over Lightning Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is K47 HWY over Lightning 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does K47 HWY over Lightning Creek Drainage carry?
About 2,832 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is K47 HWY over Lightning Creek Drainage?
The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns K47 HWY over Lightning Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.