Old Highway 40 over Big Creek Tributary
GoodEllis County, Kansas · 1.2N 3.0W of Hays · Structure no. 000000000260770
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Highway 40 over Big Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Old Highway 40 over Big Creek Tributary in Ellis County, Kansas. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old Highway 40 over Big Creek Tributary built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Highway 40 over Big Creek Tributary 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Old Highway 40 over Big Creek Tributary carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Old Highway 40 over Big Creek Tributary?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Old Highway 40 over Big Creek Tributary?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.