K18 HWY over Paradise Creek Drainage
GoodRussell County, Kansas · 0.86MI W Wjct U281 · Structure no. 999901800840501
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 579
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K18 HWY over Paradise Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K18 HWY over Paradise Creek Drainage in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 89 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 579 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 591 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 73 ft wide.
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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 Paradise Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is K18 HWY over Paradise 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does K18 HWY over Paradise Creek Drainage carry?
About 579 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is K18 HWY over Paradise Creek Drainage?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns K18 HWY over Paradise Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.