K1 HWY over Salt Fork Arkansas River
GoodComanche County, Kansas · 7.43 MI N Okla State Line · Structure no. 999900100170141
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 77 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 575
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K1 HWY over Salt Fork Arkansas River is a concrete culvert carrying K1 HWY over Salt Fork Arkansas River in Comanche County, Kansas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 575 vehicles a day, roughly 48% of them trucks, projected to reach 674 by 2044. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K1 HWY over Salt Fork Arkansas River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is K1 HWY over Salt Fork Arkansas 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does K1 HWY over Salt Fork Arkansas River carry?
About 575 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 48% are trucks.
How long is K1 HWY over Salt Fork Arkansas River?
The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns K1 HWY over Salt Fork Arkansas River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.