US166 HWY over Bitter Creek
GoodSumner County, Kansas · 2.88 MI E I35 Kta · Structure no. 999916600961261
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 116 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,062
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US166 HWY over Bitter Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying US166 HWY over Bitter Creek in Sumner County, Kansas. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 2,062 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,278 by 2044. The structure is 116 ft (35.5 m) long and 46 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 US166 HWY over Bitter Creek built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US166 HWY over Bitter 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 US166 HWY over Bitter Creek carry?
About 2,062 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US166 HWY over Bitter Creek?
The structure is 116 ft (35.5 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US166 HWY over Bitter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.