K4 HWY over Walnut Creek
GoodJefferson County, Kansas · 4.34 MI Ne-E JCT K16 · Structure no. 999900400440341
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 194 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,987
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K4 HWY over Walnut Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying K4 HWY over Walnut Creek in Jefferson County, Kansas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 1,987 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,377 by 2044. The structure is 194 ft (59 m) long and 46 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K4 HWY over Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is K4 HWY over Walnut 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 K4 HWY over Walnut Creek carry?
About 1,987 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is K4 HWY over Walnut Creek?
The structure is 194 ft (59 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K4 HWY over Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.