K63 HWY over Nemaha River Drainage
GoodNemaha County, Kansas · 1.77 MI N Wjct US36 · Structure no. 999906300660211
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,260
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K63 HWY over Nemaha River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K63 HWY over Nemaha River Drainage in Nemaha County, Kansas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 1,260 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,664 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 52.8 mi (85 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K63 HWY over Nemaha River Drainage built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is K63 HWY over Nemaha River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does K63 HWY over Nemaha River Drainage carry?
About 1,260 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is K63 HWY over Nemaha River Drainage?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns K63 HWY over Nemaha River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.