K7 HWY over Elm Creek
GoodLinn County, Kansas · 1.15 MI N of K-152 · Structure no. 999900700540171
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 58 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 754
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K7 HWY over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K7 HWY over Elm Creek in Linn County, Kansas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 754 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 957 by 2044. The structure is 58 ft (17.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 K7 HWY over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is K7 HWY over Elm 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does K7 HWY over Elm Creek carry?
About 754 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is K7 HWY over Elm Creek?
The structure is 58 ft (17.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns K7 HWY over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.