K18 HWY EB over Whiskey Lake RD
FairGeary County, Kansas · 1.02 MI N I70 · Structure no. 999901800310641
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 157 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,848
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K18 HWY EB over Whiskey Lake RD is a concrete continuous slab carrying K18 HWY EB over Whiskey Lake RD in Geary County, Kansas. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 5,848 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,690 by 2044. The structure is 157 ft (47.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K18 HWY EB over Whiskey Lake RD built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is K18 HWY EB over Whiskey Lake RD in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does K18 HWY EB over Whiskey Lake RD carry?
About 5,848 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is K18 HWY EB over Whiskey Lake RD?
The structure is 157 ft (47.8 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K18 HWY EB over Whiskey Lake RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.