US Bridges

K-10 HWY over US40/US-59 HWY

Good

Douglas County, Kansas · K-10 BYPASS/US-59 JCT · Structure no. 999901000230931

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
175 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23,800
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-10 HWY over US40/US-59 HWY is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-10 HWY over US40/US-59 HWY in Douglas County, Kansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 23,800 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,999 by 2044. The structure is 175 ft (53.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesK-10 HWY
CrossesUS40/US-59 HWY
LocationK-10 BYPASS/US-59 JCT
RouteState Highway 10
StateKansas
Coordinates38.91972, -95.26028
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87 US tons
Inventory rating55.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length175 ft (53.2 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,800 (2023)
Projected traffic38,999 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 K-10 HWY over US40/US-59 HWY built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-10 HWY over US40/US-59 HWY 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does K-10 HWY over US40/US-59 HWY carry?

About 23,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is K-10 HWY over US40/US-59 HWY?

The structure is 175 ft (53.2 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns K-10 HWY over US40/US-59 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.