K-177 HWY over Elm Creek
GoodMorris County, Kansas · 0.44 MI S Wjct US-56 · Structure no. 999917700640371
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 928
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-177 HWY over Elm Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K-177 HWY over Elm Creek in Morris County, Kansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 928 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,067 by 2044. The structure is 122 ft (37.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K-177 HWY over Elm Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is K-177 HWY over Elm 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does K-177 HWY over Elm Creek carry?
About 928 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is K-177 HWY over Elm Creek?
The structure is 122 ft (37.3 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns K-177 HWY over Elm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.