Road 27 over Elk River
GoodElk County, Kansas · 0.3S 1.6E of Longton · Structure no. 000250959106620
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 250 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Road 27 over Elk River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Road 27 over Elk River in Elk County, Kansas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 10 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12 by 2044. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Road 27 over Elk River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Road 27 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 27 over Elk River carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Road 27 over Elk River?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Road 27 over Elk River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.