US Bridges

K-170 HWY over Marais Des Cygnes River

Good

Osage County, Kansas · 1.47 MI E Lyon Coln · Structure no. 999901700701311

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
577 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
369
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-170 HWY over Marais Des Cygnes River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-170 HWY over Marais Des Cygnes River in Osage County, Kansas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 369 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 376 by 2044. The structure is 577 ft (175.8 m) long and 38 ft wide.

CarriesK-170 HWY
CrossesMarais Des Cygnes River
Location1.47 MI E Lyon Coln
RouteState Highway 170
StateKansas
Coordinates38.52056, -95.92222
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.4 US tons
Inventory rating50.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHL 93
Structure length577 ft (175.8 m)
Longest span84 ft (25.6 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic369 (2023)
Projected traffic376 by 2044
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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-170 HWY over Marais Des Cygnes River built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-170 HWY over Marais Des Cygnes River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does K-170 HWY over Marais Des Cygnes River carry?

About 369 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is K-170 HWY over Marais Des Cygnes River?

The structure is 577 ft (175.8 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns K-170 HWY over Marais Des Cygnes River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.