US160 HWY over Elk River
GoodMontgomery County, Kansas · 7.09 MI SE Elk CO LN · Structure no. 999916000631021
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 469 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,406
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US160 HWY over Elk River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US160 HWY over Elk River in Montgomery County, Kansas. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 1,406 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,434 by 2044. The structure is 469 ft (143.1 m) long and 42 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 US160 HWY over Elk River built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is US160 HWY over Elk River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US160 HWY over Elk River carry?
About 1,406 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US160 HWY over Elk River?
The structure is 469 ft (143.1 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US160 HWY over Elk River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.