K4 HWY over East Dry Creek
FairSaline County, Kansas · 1.76 MI NE Njct I135 · Structure no. 999900400851461
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 203 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,533
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K4 HWY over East Dry Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K4 HWY over East Dry Creek in Saline County, Kansas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,533 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,871 by 2044. The structure is 203 ft (62 m) long and 42 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K4 HWY over East Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is K4 HWY over East Dry 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does K4 HWY over East Dry Creek carry?
About 1,533 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is K4 HWY over East Dry Creek?
The structure is 203 ft (62 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns K4 HWY over East Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.