US81 HWY over Shoo Fly Creek
GoodSumner County, Kansas · 10.51 MI E K49 · Structure no. 999908100960451
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 156 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US81 HWY over Shoo Fly Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US81 HWY over Shoo Fly Creek in Sumner County, Kansas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2044. The structure is 156 ft (47.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US81 HWY over Shoo Fly Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US81 HWY over Shoo Fly 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US81 HWY over Shoo Fly Creek carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US81 HWY over Shoo Fly Creek?
The structure is 156 ft (47.4 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns US81 HWY over Shoo Fly Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.