K14 HWY over Ash Creek
FairEllsworth County, Kansas · 6.97 MI N Rice Coln · Structure no. 999901400270341
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 141 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K14 HWY over Ash Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K14 HWY over Ash Creek 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2044. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K14 HWY over Ash Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is K14 HWY over Ash Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does K14 HWY over Ash Creek carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is K14 HWY over Ash Creek?
The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns K14 HWY over Ash Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.