US Bridges

177th St. over Big Creek

FairPosted for load

Russell County, Kansas · 1.0E 5.5S of Gorham · Structure no. 000840641104646

Built
1902
123 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
80 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

177th St. over Big Creek is a masonry culvert carrying 177th St. over Big Creek in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1902, so it is 123 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2044. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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Carries177th St.
CrossesBig Creek
Location1.0E 5.5S of Gorham
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyRussell County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.80491, -99.0019
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating35.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length80 ft (24.4 m)
Longest span36 ft (10.9 m)
Deck width19 ft (5.8 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2020)
Projected traffic40 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$161,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 177th St. over Big Creek built?

It was built in 1902, making it 123 years old in 2025.

What condition is 177th St. over Big Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does 177th St. over Big Creek carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is 177th St. over Big Creek?

The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (10.9 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.

Who owns 177th St. over Big Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.