K42 HWY over Big Spring Creek Drain
GoodKingman County, Kansas · 7.76 MI E K14 · Structure no. 999904200480561
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 441
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K42 HWY over Big Spring Creek Drain is a concrete culvert carrying K42 HWY over Big Spring Creek Drain in Kingman County, Kansas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 441 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 538 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long and 38 ft wide.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K42 HWY over Big Spring Creek Drain built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is K42 HWY over Big Spring Creek Drain 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does K42 HWY over Big Spring Creek Drain carry?
About 441 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is K42 HWY over Big Spring Creek Drain?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns K42 HWY over Big Spring Creek Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.