US Bridges

K-177 over Munkers Creek

Good

Morris County, Kansas · 6.91 MI S Wabaunsee Coln · Structure no. 999917700640491

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
419 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,642
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-177 over Munkers Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-177 over Munkers Creek in Morris County, Kansas. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 1,642 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,743 by 2044. The structure is 419 ft (127.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesK-177
CrossesMunkers Creek
Location6.91 MI S Wabaunsee Coln
RouteState Highway 177
StateKansas
Coordinates38.73, -96.49917
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74.6 US tons
Inventory rating56.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length419 ft (127.7 m)
Longest span104 ft (31.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 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 closed16.2 mi (26 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 K-177 over Munkers Creek built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-177 over Munkers 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 over Munkers Creek carry?

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

How long is K-177 over Munkers Creek?

The structure is 419 ft (127.7 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns K-177 over Munkers Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.