US Bridges

K-197 HWY over Chapman Creek Drainage

Good

Dickinson County, Kansas · 1.05 MI W K-15 · Structure no. 999919700210951

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
124 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
87
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-197 HWY over Chapman Creek Drainage is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying K-197 HWY over Chapman Creek Drainage in Dickinson County, Kansas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 87 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 89 by 2044. The structure is 124 ft (37.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesK-197 HWY
CrossesChapman Creek Drainage
Location1.05 MI W K-15
RouteState Highway 197
CountyDickinson County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.13333, -97.14944
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating83.9 US tons
Inventory rating64.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length124 ft (37.7 m)
Longest span52 ft (16 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic87 (2023)
Projected traffic89 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 K-197 HWY over Chapman Creek Drainage built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-197 HWY over Chapman 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does K-197 HWY over Chapman Creek Drainage carry?

About 87 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is K-197 HWY over Chapman Creek Drainage?

The structure is 124 ft (37.7 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (16 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns K-197 HWY over Chapman Creek Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.