K9 HWY over Dry Creek
GoodMitchell County, Kansas · 3.44 MI E US24 · Structure no. 999900900620221
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 843
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K9 HWY over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K9 HWY over Dry Creek in Mitchell County, Kansas. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 843 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 969 by 2044. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 K9 HWY over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.
What condition is K9 HWY over Dry 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does K9 HWY over Dry Creek carry?
About 843 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is K9 HWY over Dry Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns K9 HWY over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.