Road 14 over Elk River
GoodElk County, Kansas · 1.4S 1.5W of Howard · Structure no. 000000000250580
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 199 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 125
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Road 14 over Elk River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Road 14 over Elk River in Elk County, Kansas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 125 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2044. The structure is 199 ft (60.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Road 14 over Elk River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Road 14 over Elk River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Road 14 over Elk River carry?
About 125 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Road 14 over Elk River?
The structure is 199 ft (60.7 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Road 14 over Elk River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.