K23 HWY over Big Creek Drainage
FairGove County, Kansas · 9.05 MI N 4th St(gove) · Structure no. 999902300320291
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,047
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K23 HWY over Big Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K23 HWY over Big Creek Drainage in Gove County, Kansas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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 6 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 1,047 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,496 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long and 37 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K23 HWY over Big Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is K23 HWY over Big Creek Drainage 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does K23 HWY over Big Creek Drainage carry?
About 1,047 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is K23 HWY over Big Creek Drainage?
The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns K23 HWY over Big Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.