K-140 HWY over Alum Creek
GoodEllsworth County, Kansas · 6.1 MI E K-111/K-140 JCT · Structure no. 999914000270661
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,307
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-140 HWY over Alum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K-140 HWY over Alum Creek in Ellsworth County, Kansas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 1,307 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,444 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 K-140 HWY over Alum Creek built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is K-140 HWY over Alum 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 K-140 HWY over Alum Creek carry?
About 1,307 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is K-140 HWY over Alum Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns K-140 HWY over Alum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.