US Bridges

I35 HWY SB over US 75

Good

Coffey County, Kansas · 12.32 MI E Lyon Coln SB · Structure no. 999903500160121

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
223 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,750
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I35 HWY SB over US 75 is a concrete continuous slab carrying I35 HWY SB over US 75 in Coffey County, Kansas. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 6,750 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,916 by 2044. The structure is 223 ft (67.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesI35 HWY SB
CrossesUS 75
Location12.32 MI E Lyon Coln SB
RouteInterstate 35
StateKansas
Coordinates38.42917, -95.72833
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length223 ft (67.9 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,750 (2023)
Projected traffic7,916 by 2044
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I35 HWY SB over US 75 built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is I35 HWY SB over US 75 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does I35 HWY SB over US 75 carry?

About 6,750 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is I35 HWY SB over US 75?

The structure is 223 ft (67.9 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns I35 HWY SB over US 75?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.