K260 HWY over Black Kettle Creek
GoodMcPherson County, Kansas · 1.53 MI W S JCT I 135 · Structure no. 999926000591411
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,867
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K260 HWY over Black Kettle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K260 HWY over Black Kettle Creek in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,867 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,147 by 2044. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 65 ft wide.
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K260 HWY over Black Kettle Creek built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is K260 HWY over Black Kettle 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 K260 HWY over Black Kettle Creek carry?
About 1,867 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is K260 HWY over Black Kettle Creek?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns K260 HWY over Black Kettle Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.