K14 HWY over Oak Creek Drainage
GoodEllsworth County, Kansas · 1.84 MI N K140 · Structure no. 999901400270581
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,680
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K14 HWY over Oak Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K14 HWY over Oak Creek Drainage in Ellsworth County, Kansas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 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 1,680 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,133 by 2044. The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K14 HWY over Oak Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is K14 HWY over Oak 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 Oak Creek Drainage carry?
About 1,680 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is K14 HWY over Oak Creek Drainage?
The structure is 50 ft (15.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K14 HWY over Oak Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.