US Bridges

K140 HWY over Spring Creek

Good

Saline County, Kansas · 9.88 MI E Ellsworth Coln · Structure no. 999914000851471

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
183 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,724
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K140 HWY over Spring Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K140 HWY over Spring Creek in Saline County, Kansas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 1,724 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,794 by 2044. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesK140 HWY
CrossesSpring Creek
Location9.88 MI E Ellsworth Coln
RouteState Highway 140
StateKansas
Coordinates38.7975, -97.75917
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating62.7 US tons
Inventory rating34.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length183 ft (55.8 m)
Longest span81 ft (24.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,724 (2023)
Projected traffic1,794 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was K140 HWY over Spring Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is K140 HWY over Spring Creek 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does K140 HWY over Spring Creek carry?

About 1,724 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is K140 HWY over Spring Creek?

The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns K140 HWY over Spring Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.