US Bridges

K-128 HWY over White Rock Creek

Good

Jewell County, Kansas · 0.30 MI N State(burr Oak) · Structure no. 999912800450491

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
250 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
258
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-128 HWY over White Rock Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-128 HWY over White Rock Creek in Jewell County, Kansas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 258 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 263 by 2044. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesK-128 HWY
CrossesWhite Rock Creek
Location0.30 MI N State(burr Oak)
RouteState Highway 128
StateKansas
Coordinates39.875, -98.30583
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating50.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length250 ft (76.2 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic258 (2023)
Projected traffic263 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 K-128 HWY over White Rock Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-128 HWY over White Rock 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does K-128 HWY over White Rock Creek carry?

About 258 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is K-128 HWY over White Rock Creek?

The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns K-128 HWY over White Rock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.