US Bridges

US-40 HWY over K-10 HWY

Good

Douglas County, Kansas · US-40/K-10 JCT · Structure no. 999904000230881

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
244 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,950
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-40 HWY over K-10 HWY is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-40 HWY over K-10 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 6,950 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,650 by 2044. The structure is 244 ft (74.5 m) long and 91 ft wide.

CarriesUS-40 HWY
CrossesK-10 HWY
LocationUS-40/K-10 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 40
StateKansas
Coordinates38.97139, -95.33417
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating95.9 US tons
Inventory rating32.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length244 ft (74.5 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width91 ft (27.6 m)
Roadway width88 ft (26.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,950 (2023)
Projected traffic8,650 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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-40 HWY over K-10 HWY built?

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

What condition is US-40 HWY over K-10 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US-40 HWY over K-10 HWY carry?

About 6,950 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US-40 HWY over K-10 HWY?

The structure is 244 ft (74.5 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.

Who owns US-40 HWY over K-10 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.