K18 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage
GoodLincoln County, Kansas · 12.24 MI E K181 · Structure no. 999901800530211
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 930
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K18 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K18 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage in Lincoln 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 930 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,007 by 2044. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K18 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is K18 HWY over Lost 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does K18 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage carry?
About 930 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is K18 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns K18 HWY over Lost Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.