US Bridges

US166 HWY over Pumpkin Creek Drainage

Good

Labette County, Kansas · 0.93 MI E Montgomery Coln · Structure no. 999916600500311

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,914
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US166 HWY over Pumpkin Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US166 HWY over Pumpkin Creek Drainage in Labette 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 2,914 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,973 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS166 HWY
CrossesPumpkin Creek Drainage
Location0.93 MI E Montgomery Coln
RouteU.S. Route 166
StateKansas
Coordinates37.04861, -95.50778
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating32 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,914 (2023)
Projected traffic2,973 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 SystemYes

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 US166 HWY over Pumpkin Creek Drainage built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is US166 HWY over Pumpkin Creek Drainage 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 US166 HWY over Pumpkin Creek Drainage carry?

About 2,914 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US166 HWY over Pumpkin Creek Drainage?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US166 HWY over Pumpkin Creek Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.