K27 HWY over North Fork Lake Creek
GoodWallace County, Kansas · 2.16MI S Sherman CO Line · Structure no. 999902701000151
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,036
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K27 HWY over North Fork Lake Creek is a concrete culvert carrying K27 HWY over North Fork Lake Creek in Wallace County, Kansas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 1,036 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,191 by 2044. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 K27 HWY over North Fork Lake Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is K27 HWY over North Fork Lake 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does K27 HWY over North Fork Lake Creek carry?
About 1,036 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is K27 HWY over North Fork Lake Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns K27 HWY over North Fork Lake Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.