K18 HWY over Chapman Creek Overflow
FairDickinson County, Kansas · 4.36 MI E Ejct K15 · Structure no. 999901800210691
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 764
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K18 HWY over Chapman Creek Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying K18 HWY over Chapman Creek Overflow in Dickinson County, Kansas. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 764 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 932 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K18 HWY over Chapman Creek Overflow built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is K18 HWY over Chapman Creek Overflow in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does K18 HWY over Chapman Creek Overflow carry?
About 764 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is K18 HWY over Chapman Creek Overflow?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns K18 HWY over Chapman Creek Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.