K170 HWY over Plum Creek
GoodOsage County, Kansas · 1.68 MI E Lyon Coln · Structure no. 999917000700591
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 369
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K170 HWY over Plum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K170 HWY over Plum Creek in Osage County, Kansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 369 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 376 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 46 ft wide.
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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 K170 HWY over Plum Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is K170 HWY over Plum 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does K170 HWY over Plum Creek carry?
About 369 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is K170 HWY over Plum Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K170 HWY over Plum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.