US Bridges

K25 HWY over White Woman Creek

Good

Wichita County, Kansas · 14.97 MI NW Kearny Coln · Structure no. 999902501020071

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
325 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
964
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K25 HWY over White Woman Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K25 HWY over White Woman Creek in Wichita County, Kansas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 964 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2044. The structure is 325 ft (99.2 m) long and 38 ft wide.

CarriesK25 HWY
CrossesWhite Woman Creek
Location14.97 MI NW Kearny Coln
RouteState Highway 25
StateKansas
Coordinates38.42111, -101.3575
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating72.8 US tons
Inventory rating33.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length325 ft (99.2 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic964 (2023)
Projected traffic1,200 by 2044
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 White Woman Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is K25 HWY over White Woman 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 2023.

How much traffic does K25 HWY over White Woman Creek carry?

About 964 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is K25 HWY over White Woman Creek?

The structure is 325 ft (99.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns K25 HWY over White Woman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.