159th ST over Spoon Creek
GoodJohnson County, Kansas · 2.7E of Douglas Co. Line · Structure no. 000461069704600
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
159th ST over Spoon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 159th ST over Spoon Creek in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 159th ST over Spoon Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is 159th ST over Spoon 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does 159th ST over Spoon Creek carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is 159th ST over Spoon Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns 159th ST over Spoon Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.