Old US 81 HWY over West Emma Creek
FairHarvey County, Kansas · 2.4W 1.5N of Hesston · Structure no. 000000000400600
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 210 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 920
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old US 81 HWY over West Emma Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying Old US 81 HWY over West Emma Creek in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 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 920 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,075 by 2042. The structure is 210 ft (63.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old US 81 HWY over West Emma Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old US 81 HWY over West Emma Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Old US 81 HWY over West Emma Creek carry?
About 920 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Old US 81 HWY over West Emma Creek?
The structure is 210 ft (63.9 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (24.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Old US 81 HWY over West Emma Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.