K14 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage
GoodEllsworth County, Kansas · 5.99 MI N Rice Coln · Structure no. 999901400270331
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K14 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K14 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage in Ellsworth County, Kansas. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 K14 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is K14 HWY over Ash 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does K14 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is K14 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns K14 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.