K Road over West Beaver Creek
GoodPosted for loadSmith County, Kansas · 2.2E of Athol · Structure no. 000920657003322
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 48 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
K Road over West Beaver Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K Road over West Beaver Creek in Smith County, Kansas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2043. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K Road over West Beaver Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is K Road over West Beaver 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does K Road over West Beaver Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2020 count).
How long is K Road over West Beaver Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (13.9 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns K Road over West Beaver Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.