K49 HWY over Fall Creek Drainage
GoodSumner County, Kansas · 1.08 MI N US81 · Structure no. 999904900960951
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 980
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K49 HWY over Fall Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K49 HWY over Fall Creek Drainage in Sumner County, Kansas. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 980 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,105 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 32 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 K49 HWY over Fall Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.
What condition is K49 HWY over Fall Creek Drainage 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does K49 HWY over Fall Creek Drainage carry?
About 980 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is K49 HWY over Fall Creek Drainage?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns K49 HWY over Fall Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.