US Bridges

SW Oakley over Martin Creek

Good

Shawnee County, Kansas · 18.59M N. of SW Munson & · Structure no. 427950895273F6B

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,625
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

SW Oakley over Martin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SW Oakley over Martin Creek in Shawnee 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 2,625 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,147 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSW Oakley
CrossesMartin Creek
Location18.59M N. of SW Munson &
RouteCity Street 5273
StateKansas
Coordinates39.04801, -95.71537
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.4 US tons
Inventory rating21.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,625 (2017)
Projected traffic3,147 by 2043
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SW Oakley over Martin Creek built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is SW Oakley over Martin 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SW Oakley over Martin Creek carry?

About 2,625 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SW Oakley over Martin Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns SW Oakley over Martin Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.