US Bridges

K177 HWY over Munkers Creek Drainage

Good

Morris County, Kansas · 1.31 MI S Wabaunsee Coln · Structure no. 999917700640221

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,642
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K177 HWY over Munkers Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K177 HWY over Munkers Creek Drainage in Morris County, Kansas. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 1,642 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,743 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesK177 HWY
CrossesMunkers Creek Drainage
Location1.31 MI S Wabaunsee Coln
RouteState Highway 177
CountyMorris County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.80722, -96.50111
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,642 (2023)
Projected traffic1,743 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was K177 HWY over Munkers Creek Drainage built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is K177 HWY over Munkers Creek Drainage 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does K177 HWY over Munkers Creek Drainage carry?

About 1,642 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is K177 HWY over Munkers Creek Drainage?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns K177 HWY over Munkers Creek Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.