US-81 HWY NB over West Creek Drainage
GoodRepublic County, Kansas · 0.17 MI N K-148 · Structure no. 999908100790581
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 133 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,981
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-81 HWY NB over West Creek Drainage is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-81 HWY NB over West Creek Drainage in Republic County, Kansas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 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 2,981 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,937 by 2044. The structure is 133 ft (40.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-81 HWY NB over West Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-81 HWY NB over West Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US-81 HWY NB over West Creek Drainage carry?
About 2,981 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US-81 HWY NB over West Creek Drainage?
The structure is 133 ft (40.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US-81 HWY NB over West Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.