K44 HWY over Bachelor Creek
GoodHarper County, Kansas · 7.37 MI E K179 · Structure no. 999904400390401
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 472
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K44 HWY over Bachelor Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K44 HWY over Bachelor Creek in Harper County, Kansas. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 472 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 532 by 2044. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 34 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K44 HWY over Bachelor Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is K44 HWY over Bachelor 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does K44 HWY over Bachelor Creek carry?
About 472 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is K44 HWY over Bachelor Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns K44 HWY over Bachelor Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.