I135 US81 SB over West Emma Creek
GoodMcPherson County, Kansas · 1.17 MI N Harvey Coln SB · Structure no. 999913500590011
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 311 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,140
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I135 US81 SB over West Emma Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying I135 US81 SB over West Emma Creek in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 7,140 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,064 by 2044. The structure is 311 ft (94.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I135 US81 SB over West Emma Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is I135 US81 SB over West Emma 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does I135 US81 SB over West Emma Creek carry?
About 7,140 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is I135 US81 SB over West Emma Creek?
The structure is 311 ft (94.8 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns I135 US81 SB over West Emma Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.