K140 HWY over Oak Creek
GoodEllsworth County, Kansas · 0.40 MI E K156 · Structure no. 999914000270591
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 162 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,283
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K140 HWY over Oak Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K140 HWY over Oak Creek in Ellsworth County, Kansas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 1,283 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,446 by 2044. The structure is 162 ft (49.5 m) long and 42 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K140 HWY over Oak Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is K140 HWY over Oak Creek 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 K140 HWY over Oak Creek carry?
About 1,283 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is K140 HWY over Oak Creek?
The structure is 162 ft (49.5 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns K140 HWY over Oak Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.