I35 HWY SB Kta)) over W.Br. Walnut River
GoodButler County, Kansas · 4.60 MI NE K-254 · Structure no. 999903500081003
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 288 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,311
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Toll Authority
- State Toll Authority
About this bridge
I35 HWY SB Kta)) over W.Br. Walnut River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I35 HWY SB Kta)) over W.Br. Walnut River in Butler County, Kansas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 69 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 9,311 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,296 by 2044. The structure is 288 ft (87.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I35 HWY SB Kta)) over W.Br. Walnut River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is I35 HWY SB Kta)) over W.Br. Walnut River 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does I35 HWY SB Kta)) over W.Br. Walnut River carry?
About 9,311 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is I35 HWY SB Kta)) over W.Br. Walnut River?
The structure is 288 ft (87.9 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns I35 HWY SB Kta)) over W.Br. Walnut River?
It is owned by the State Toll Authority.