US-160 HWY over Wildcat Creek Drainage
GoodElk County, Kansas · 9.41 MI E of Cowley CO · Structure no. 999916000250401
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-160 HWY over Wildcat Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US-160 HWY over Wildcat Creek Drainage in Elk 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 800 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 976 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-160 HWY over Wildcat Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-160 HWY over Wildcat 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US-160 HWY over Wildcat Creek Drainage carry?
About 800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US-160 HWY over Wildcat Creek Drainage?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns US-160 HWY over Wildcat Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.