US Bridges

K25 HWY over S Fork Sappa Creek Drg

Good

Thomas County, Kansas · 6.49 Mi. North of US-24 · Structure no. 999902500970481

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,531
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K25 HWY over S Fork Sappa Creek Drg is a concrete culvert carrying K25 HWY over S Fork Sappa Creek Drg in Thomas County, Kansas. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 1,531 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,868 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).

CarriesK25 HWY
CrossesS Fork Sappa Creek Drg
Location6.49 Mi. North of US-24
RouteState Highway 25
StateKansas
Coordinates39.49111, -101.05389
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,531 (2023)
Projected traffic1,868 by 2044
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.2 mi (55 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was K25 HWY over S Fork Sappa Creek Drg built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is K25 HWY over S Fork Sappa Creek Drg 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does K25 HWY over S Fork Sappa Creek Drg carry?

About 1,531 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is K25 HWY over S Fork Sappa Creek Drg?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns K25 HWY over S Fork Sappa Creek Drg?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.