US160 HWY over Elk River
GoodElk County, Kansas · 5.86 MI E Ejct K99 · Structure no. 999916000250081
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 315 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 426
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US160 HWY over Elk River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US160 HWY over Elk River in Elk County, Kansas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older 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 426 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 520 by 2044. The structure is 315 ft (95.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US160 HWY over Elk River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is US160 HWY 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US160 HWY over Elk River carry?
About 426 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US160 HWY over Elk River?
The structure is 315 ft (95.9 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns US160 HWY over Elk River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.