K-42 HWY over Dry Creek
GoodSedgwick County, Kansas · 10.72 MI NE K49 · Structure no. 999904200871691
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,038
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-42 HWY over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K-42 HWY over Dry Creek in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 84 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 5,038 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,792 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long and 58 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 K-42 HWY over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is K-42 HWY over Dry 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 K-42 HWY over Dry Creek carry?
About 5,038 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is K-42 HWY over Dry Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns K-42 HWY over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.