US Bridges

K126 HWY over Second Cow Creek

Good

Crawford County, Kansas · 2.05 MI W US69 · Structure no. 999912600190541

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
302 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,817
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K126 HWY over Second Cow Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K126 HWY over Second Cow Creek in Crawford County, Kansas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 3,817 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,302 by 2044. The structure is 302 ft (91.9 m) long and 42 ft wide.

CarriesK126 HWY
CrossesSecond Cow Creek
Location2.05 MI W US69
RouteState Highway 126
StateKansas
Coordinates37.41111, -94.75972
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating64 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length302 ft (91.9 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,817 (2023)
Projected traffic4,302 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was K126 HWY over Second Cow Creek built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is K126 HWY over Second Cow 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does K126 HWY over Second Cow Creek carry?

About 3,817 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is K126 HWY over Second Cow Creek?

The structure is 302 ft (91.9 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns K126 HWY over Second Cow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.