US54 HWY over Owl Creek
GoodWoodson County, Kansas · 4.06 MI E US75 · Structure no. 999905401040061
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 237 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,329
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US54 HWY over Owl Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US54 HWY over Owl Creek in Woodson County, Kansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 2,329 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,376 by 2044. The structure is 237 ft (72.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US54 HWY over Owl Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US54 HWY over Owl 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US54 HWY over Owl Creek carry?
About 2,329 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US54 HWY over Owl Creek?
The structure is 237 ft (72.1 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US54 HWY over Owl Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.