US166 HWY over Dead Man Creek
FairMontgomery County, Kansas · 10.42 MI E Sjct US75 · Structure no. 999916600630361
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,930
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US166 HWY over Dead Man Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US166 HWY over Dead Man Creek in Montgomery County, Kansas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,930 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,009 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long and 44 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US166 HWY over Dead Man Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US166 HWY over Dead Man Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does US166 HWY over Dead Man Creek carry?
About 3,930 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US166 HWY over Dead Man Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US166 HWY over Dead Man Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.