US Bridges

160th RD over Rock Creek

GoodPosted for load

Woodson County, Kansas · 299 1.1W 2.0N of Piqua · Structure no. 001041011905820

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

160th RD over Rock Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 160th RD over Rock Creek in Woodson County, Kansas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 24 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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Carries160th RD
CrossesRock Creek
Location299 1.1W 2.0N of Piqua
RouteCounty Highway 10412
CountyWoodson County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.95103, -95.55933
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating9 US tons
Inventory rating9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2019)
Projected traffic24 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$230,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 160th RD over Rock Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is 160th RD over Rock 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does 160th RD over Rock Creek carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is 160th RD over Rock Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns 160th RD over Rock Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.