US Bridges

K-177 HWY over Munkers Creek

Good

Morris County, Kansas · 0.28 MI NW Njct K4 · Structure no. 999917700640531

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,601
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-177 HWY over Munkers Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K-177 HWY over Munkers Creek in Morris County, Kansas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 1,601 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,114 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 118 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesK-177 HWY
CrossesMunkers Creek
Location0.28 MI NW Njct K4
RouteState Highway 177
StateKansas
Coordinates38.85889, -96.50361
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating99.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width118 ft (36 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,601 (2023)
Projected traffic2,114 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 HWY over Munkers Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

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

About 1,601 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is K-177 HWY over Munkers Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 118 ft wide.

Who owns K-177 HWY over Munkers Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.