US Bridges

K7 HWY over Little Sugar Creek

Good

Linn County, Kansas · 0.28 MI N Njct K52 · Structure no. 999900700540451

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
210 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,816
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K7 HWY over Little Sugar Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K7 HWY over Little Sugar Creek in Linn County, Kansas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 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 1,816 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,088 by 2044. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesK7 HWY
CrossesLittle Sugar Creek
Location0.28 MI N Njct K52
RouteState Highway 7
StateKansas
Coordinates38.14472, -94.82194
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating53.9 US tons
Inventory rating34.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,816 (2023)
Projected traffic2,088 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
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 K7 HWY over Little Sugar Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is K7 HWY over Little Sugar 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 Little Sugar Creek carry?

About 1,816 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is K7 HWY over Little Sugar Creek?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns K7 HWY over Little Sugar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.