K196 HWY over Whitewater River
GoodButler County, Kansas · 6.46 MI SE of Harvey Cl · Structure no. 999919600081931
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 226 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,796
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K196 HWY over Whitewater River is a concrete continuous slab carrying K196 HWY over Whitewater River in Butler County, Kansas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 1,796 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,832 by 2044. The structure is 226 ft (69 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K196 HWY over Whitewater River built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is K196 HWY over Whitewater 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does K196 HWY over Whitewater River carry?
About 1,796 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is K196 HWY over Whitewater River?
The structure is 226 ft (69 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K196 HWY over Whitewater River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.