K27 HWY over Little Bear Creek
GoodHamilton County, Kansas · 0.10 MI N S CO Line · Structure no. 999902700380431
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 315 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,488
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K27 HWY over Little Bear Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K27 HWY over Little Bear Creek in Hamilton County, Kansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 1,488 vehicles a day, roughly 50% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,816 by 2044. The structure is 315 ft (95.9 m) long and 34 ft wide.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K27 HWY over Little Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is K27 HWY over Little Bear 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does K27 HWY over Little Bear Creek carry?
About 1,488 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 50% are trucks.
How long is K27 HWY over Little Bear Creek?
The structure is 315 ft (95.9 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns K27 HWY over Little Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.