US Bridges

K-148 HWY over Horseshoe Creek

Good

Washington County, Kansas · 7.65 MI N US-36 · Structure no. 999914801010381

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
142 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,151
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-148 HWY over Horseshoe Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K-148 HWY over Horseshoe Creek in Washington County, Kansas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 1,151 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,461 by 2044. The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

Location

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CarriesK-148 HWY
CrossesHorseshoe Creek
Location7.65 MI N US-36
RouteState Highway 148
CountyWashington County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.955, -96.86222
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating87 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length142 ft (43.4 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,151 (2023)
Projected traffic1,461 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 K-148 HWY over Horseshoe Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-148 HWY over Horseshoe 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does K-148 HWY over Horseshoe Creek carry?

About 1,151 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is K-148 HWY over Horseshoe Creek?

The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns K-148 HWY over Horseshoe Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.