K196 HWY over W Br Whitewater Riv
GoodButler County, Kansas · 1.20 MI SE of Harvey Cl · Structure no. 999919600080561
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,796
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K196 HWY over W Br Whitewater Riv is a concrete culvert carrying K196 HWY over W Br Whitewater Riv in Butler County, Kansas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 76 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 1,796 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,832 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K196 HWY over W Br Whitewater Riv built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is K196 HWY over W Br Whitewater Riv 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 K196 HWY over W Br Whitewater Riv carry?
About 1,796 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is K196 HWY over W Br Whitewater Riv?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns K196 HWY over W Br Whitewater Riv?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.