K68 HWY over Ottawa Creek
GoodFranklin County, Kansas · 1.92 MI E I35 · Structure no. 999906800300861
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 352 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,410
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K68 HWY over Ottawa Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K68 HWY over Ottawa Creek in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 6,410 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,465 by 2044. The structure is 352 ft (107.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 K68 HWY over Ottawa Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is K68 HWY over Ottawa 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does K68 HWY over Ottawa Creek carry?
About 6,410 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is K68 HWY over Ottawa Creek?
The structure is 352 ft (107.2 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K68 HWY over Ottawa Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.