K68 HWY over North Wea Creek
GoodMiami County, Kansas · 3.15 MI E of US-169 · Structure no. 999906800610431
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 173 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,725
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K68 HWY over North Wea Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying K68 HWY over North Wea Creek in Miami County, Kansas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 5,725 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,507 by 2044. The structure is 173 ft (52.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K68 HWY over North Wea Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is K68 HWY over North Wea 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 K68 HWY over North Wea Creek carry?
About 5,725 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is K68 HWY over North Wea Creek?
The structure is 173 ft (52.6 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K68 HWY over North Wea Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.