US Bridges

US59 K16 HWY over Crooked Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Kansas · 7.91 MI N Njct K92 · Structure no. 999905900440161

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,278
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US59 K16 HWY over Crooked Creek is a steel culvert carrying US59 K16 HWY over Crooked Creek in Jefferson County, Kansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 1,278 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,559 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long and 119 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesUS59 K16 HWY
CrossesCrooked Creek
Location7.91 MI N Njct K92
RouteU.S. Route 59
CountyJefferson County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.33, -95.31028
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating91.1 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length38 ft (11.7 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.7 m)
Deck width119 ft (36.4 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,278 (2023)
Projected traffic1,559 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 US59 K16 HWY over Crooked Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is US59 K16 HWY over Crooked 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 US59 K16 HWY over Crooked Creek carry?

About 1,278 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US59 K16 HWY over Crooked Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.7 m) and a deck 119 ft wide.

Who owns US59 K16 HWY over Crooked Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.