US Bridges

K-101 HWY over Richland Creek Drg

Good

Labette County, Kansas · 2.43 MI S of US-160 · Structure no. 999910100500941

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,129
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-101 HWY over Richland Creek Drg is a concrete culvert carrying K-101 HWY over Richland Creek Drg in Labette County, Kansas. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 1,129 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,175 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long and 62 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesK-101 HWY
CrossesRichland Creek Drg
Location2.43 MI S of US-160
RouteState Highway 101
CountyLabette County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.15722, -95.35833
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating46.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,129 (2023)
Projected traffic1,175 by 2044
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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-101 HWY over Richland Creek Drg built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-101 HWY over Richland Creek Drg 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 2024.

How much traffic does K-101 HWY over Richland Creek Drg carry?

About 1,129 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is K-101 HWY over Richland Creek Drg?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns K-101 HWY over Richland Creek Drg?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.