K18 HWY over Kansas River Drainage
GoodRiley County, Kansas · 1.12 N of Kansas River · Structure no. 999901800810421
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old, rebuilt 2010
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,850
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K18 HWY over Kansas River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K18 HWY over Kansas River Drainage in Riley County, Kansas. It was built in 1976 and reconstructed in 2010, so it is 49 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 6,850 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,179 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long and 215 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
Location
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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 K18 HWY over Kansas River Drainage built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2010.
What condition is K18 HWY over Kansas 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does K18 HWY over Kansas River Drainage carry?
About 6,850 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is K18 HWY over Kansas River Drainage?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 215 ft wide.
Who owns K18 HWY over Kansas River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.