K61 HWY SB over Cow Creek
GoodReno County, Kansas · 0.54 MI N Ejct US50 SB · Structure no. 999906100780461
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 156 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,021
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K61 HWY SB over Cow Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K61 HWY SB over Cow Creek in Reno County, Kansas. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 4,021 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,102 by 2044. The structure is 156 ft (47.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K61 HWY SB over Cow Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is K61 HWY SB over Cow 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does K61 HWY SB over Cow Creek carry?
About 4,021 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is K61 HWY SB over Cow Creek?
The structure is 156 ft (47.4 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns K61 HWY SB over Cow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.