K-68 HWY over Coldwater Creek
GoodMiami County, Kansas · 4.09 MI E of US-69 · Structure no. 999906800610841
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,627
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-68 HWY over Coldwater Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K-68 HWY over Coldwater Creek in Miami County, Kansas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 2,627 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,335 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 118 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K-68 HWY over Coldwater Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is K-68 HWY over Coldwater 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 K-68 HWY over Coldwater Creek carry?
About 2,627 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is K-68 HWY over Coldwater Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 118 ft wide.
Who owns K-68 HWY over Coldwater Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.