K156 HWY over Spring Creek
GoodEllsworth County, Kansas · 3.72 MI NE K140 · Structure no. 999915600270271
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,170
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K156 HWY over Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K156 HWY over Spring Creek in Ellsworth County, Kansas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 3,170 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,995 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 K156 HWY over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is K156 HWY over Spring 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 K156 HWY over Spring Creek carry?
About 3,170 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is K156 HWY over Spring Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K156 HWY over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.