US Bridges

K156 HWY over K4 Highway Ko RR

Good

Barton County, Kansas · JCT K4/K156 · Structure no. 999915600050941

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
347 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,811
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K156 HWY over K4 Highway Ko RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K156 HWY over K4 Highway Ko RR in Barton County, Kansas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 2,811 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,786 by 2044. The structure is 347 ft (105.9 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesK156 HWY
CrossesK4 Highway Ko RR
LocationJCT K4/K156
RouteState Highway 156
StateKansas
Coordinates38.52222, -98.50556
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating91.2 US tons
Inventory rating54.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length347 ft (105.9 m)
Longest span108 ft (33 m)
Deck width62 ft (19 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,811 (2023)
Projected traffic3,786 by 2044
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
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 K156 HWY over K4 Highway Ko RR built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is K156 HWY over K4 Highway Ko RR 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 2024.

How much traffic does K156 HWY over K4 Highway Ko RR carry?

About 2,811 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is K156 HWY over K4 Highway Ko RR?

The structure is 347 ft (105.9 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (33 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns K156 HWY over K4 Highway Ko RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.