US Bridges

K-96 HWY over Diversion Channel

Fair

Barton County, Kansas · 11.12 MI E Rush Coln · Structure no. 999909600050821

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
352 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,309
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-96 HWY over Diversion Channel is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-96 HWY over Diversion Channel in Barton County, Kansas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,309 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,551 by 2044. The structure is 352 ft (107.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesK-96 HWY
CrossesDiversion Channel
Location11.12 MI E Rush Coln
RouteState Highway 96
CountyBarton County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.39861, -98.84583
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating69.7 US tons
Inventory rating33.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length352 ft (107.4 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,309 (2023)
Projected traffic2,551 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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-96 HWY over Diversion Channel built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-96 HWY over Diversion Channel in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does K-96 HWY over Diversion Channel carry?

About 2,309 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is K-96 HWY over Diversion Channel?

The structure is 352 ft (107.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns K-96 HWY over Diversion Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.