K18 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage
GoodRussell County, Kansas · 6.44MI E Ejct U281 · Structure no. 999901800840541
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 660
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K18 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K18 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 660 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 673 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 85 ft wide.
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 K18 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is K18 HWY over Wolf 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does K18 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage carry?
About 660 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is K18 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns K18 HWY over Wolf Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.