US Bridges

K126 HWY over East Cow Creek

Good

Crawford County, Kansas · 2.73 MI E US69 Bs. Brdwy · Structure no. 999912600190561

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
133 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,207
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K126 HWY over East Cow Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K126 HWY over East Cow Creek in Crawford County, Kansas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 3,207 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,272 by 2044. The structure is 133 ft (40.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesK126 HWY
CrossesEast Cow Creek
Location2.73 MI E US69 Bs. Brdwy
RouteState Highway 126
StateKansas
Coordinates37.41083, -94.65444
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length133 ft (40.4 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,207 (2023)
Projected traffic3,272 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
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 East Cow Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is K126 HWY over East 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 East Cow Creek carry?

About 3,207 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is K126 HWY over East Cow Creek?

The structure is 133 ft (40.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns K126 HWY over East Cow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.