US Bridges

IRR Indian K-7 HWY over Nolands Creek

Good

Doniphan County, Kansas · 17.50 M NW Wjct US-36/K-7 · Structure no. 999900700220461

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
102 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
147
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

IRR Indian K-7 HWY over Nolands Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying IRR Indian K-7 HWY over Nolands Creek in Doniphan County, Kansas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 147 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 176 by 2044. The structure is 102 ft (31.2 m) long and 30 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesIRR Indian K-7 HWY
CrossesNolands Creek
Location17.50 M NW Wjct US-36/K-7
RouteState Highway 7
CountyDoniphan County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.98944, -95.31833
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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating82 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length102 ft (31.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic147 (2023)
Projected traffic176 by 2044
Trucks23%
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 IRR Indian K-7 HWY over Nolands Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is IRR Indian K-7 HWY over Nolands 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does IRR Indian K-7 HWY over Nolands Creek carry?

About 147 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is IRR Indian K-7 HWY over Nolands Creek?

The structure is 102 ft (31.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns IRR Indian K-7 HWY over Nolands Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.