US Bridges

US-75 HWY over Straight Creek

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Jackson County, Kansas · 5.72 MI N K-16 · Structure no. 999907500430301

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
154 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,206
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-75 HWY over Straight Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-75 HWY over Straight Creek in Jackson County, Kansas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 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 6,206 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,572 by 2044. The structure is 154 ft (46.8 m) long and 53 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS-75 HWY
CrossesStraight Creek
Location5.72 MI N K-16
RouteU.S. Route 75
CountyJackson County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.54583, -95.74806
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating97.4 US tons
Inventory rating53.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length154 ft (46.8 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.3 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,206 (2023)
Projected traffic7,572 by 2044
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US-75 HWY over Straight Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-75 HWY over Straight 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US-75 HWY over Straight Creek carry?

About 6,206 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is US-75 HWY over Straight Creek?

The structure is 154 ft (46.8 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns US-75 HWY over Straight Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.