K4 HWY over Little Muddy Creek
FairJefferson County, Kansas · 1.62 MI N US24 · Structure no. 999900400440171
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,418
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K4 HWY over Little Muddy Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K4 HWY over Little Muddy Creek in Jefferson County, Kansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 7,418 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,051 by 2044. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K4 HWY over Little Muddy Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is K4 HWY over Little Muddy 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does K4 HWY over Little Muddy Creek carry?
About 7,418 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is K4 HWY over Little Muddy Creek?
The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K4 HWY over Little Muddy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.