US Bridges

K-177 HWY over Deadman Creek

Good

Geary County, Kansas · 11.18 MI N Morris Coln · Structure no. 999917700310891

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,560
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-177 HWY over Deadman Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K-177 HWY over Deadman Creek in Geary County, Kansas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,560 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,903 by 2044. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 123 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesK-177 HWY
CrossesDeadman Creek
Location11.18 MI N Morris Coln
RouteState Highway 177
CountyGeary County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.025, -96.53861
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating89.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width123 ft (37.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,560 (2023)
Projected traffic1,903 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was K-177 HWY over Deadman Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-177 HWY over Deadman 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does K-177 HWY over Deadman Creek carry?

About 1,560 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is K-177 HWY over Deadman Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 123 ft wide.

Who owns K-177 HWY over Deadman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.