K-238 HWY over US36 HWY
FairDoniphan County, Kansas · JCT of US36/K238 · Structure no. 999923800220321
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 281 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,211
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-238 HWY over US36 HWY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-238 HWY over US36 HWY in Doniphan County, Kansas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,211 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,301 by 2044. The structure is 281 ft (85.5 m) long and 30 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K-238 HWY over US36 HWY built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is K-238 HWY over US36 HWY in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does K-238 HWY over US36 HWY carry?
About 2,211 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is K-238 HWY over US36 HWY?
The structure is 281 ft (85.5 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns K-238 HWY over US36 HWY?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.