K27 HWY over Middle Fork Sappa Creek
FairSherman County, Kansas · 3.53 Mi. North of I-70 · Structure no. 999902700910431
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 72 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,785
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K27 HWY over Middle Fork Sappa Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K27 HWY over Middle Fork Sappa Creek in Sherman County, Kansas. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 55 years old, older 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 1,785 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,012 by 2044. The structure is 72 ft (21.8 m) long and 70 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K27 HWY over Middle Fork Sappa Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is K27 HWY over Middle Fork Sappa 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does K27 HWY over Middle Fork Sappa Creek carry?
About 1,785 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.
How long is K27 HWY over Middle Fork Sappa Creek?
The structure is 72 ft (21.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns K27 HWY over Middle Fork Sappa Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.