US77 HWY over Fancy Creek Drainage
GoodRiley County, Kansas · 5.01 MI N K16 · Structure no. 999907700810161
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,334
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US77 HWY over Fancy Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US77 HWY over Fancy Creek Drainage in Riley County, Kansas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 96 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 1,334 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,504 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US77 HWY over Fancy Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is US77 HWY over Fancy 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US77 HWY over Fancy Creek Drainage carry?
About 1,334 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US77 HWY over Fancy Creek Drainage?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.
Who owns US77 HWY over Fancy Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.