US81 HWY over Spring Creek
GoodSumner County, Kansas · 0.22 MI N US166 · Structure no. 999908100961201
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,826
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US81 HWY over Spring Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US81 HWY over Spring Creek in Sumner County, Kansas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 1,826 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,228 by 2044. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 US81 HWY over Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US81 HWY over Spring 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 Spring Creek carry?
About 1,826 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.
How long is US81 HWY over Spring Creek?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US81 HWY over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.