Big Valley DR over Ladder Creek
GoodScott County, Kansas · 5.5N 3.5W of Scott City · Structure no. 000000000860050
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 88 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Big Valley DR over Ladder Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Big Valley DR over Ladder Creek in Scott County, Kansas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2044. The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Big Valley DR over Ladder Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Big Valley DR over Ladder 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Big Valley DR over Ladder Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Big Valley DR over Ladder Creek?
The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Big Valley DR over Ladder Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.