US Bridges

US-400 HWY over US-54 HWY Northbound

Good

Butler County, Kansas · 7.71 MI E of W JCT 77 · Structure no. 999940000081371

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
208 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,833
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-400 HWY over US-54 HWY Northbound is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-400 HWY over US-54 HWY Northbound in Butler County, Kansas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 6,833 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,956 by 2044. The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesUS-400 HWY
CrossesUS-54 HWY Northbound
Location7.71 MI E of W JCT 77
RouteU.S. Route 400
StateKansas
Coordinates37.67639, -96.84333
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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length208 ft (63.4 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,833 (2023)
Projected traffic9,956 by 2044
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 US-400 HWY over US-54 HWY Northbound built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-400 HWY over US-54 HWY Northbound 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 US-400 HWY over US-54 HWY Northbound carry?

About 6,833 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US-400 HWY over US-54 HWY Northbound?

The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US-400 HWY over US-54 HWY Northbound?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.