US Bridges

I-70 HWY WB (kta) over Local Road Abandoned RR

Good

Douglas County, Kansas · 2.46 MI E US-40 & 59 · Structure no. 999907000230583

Built
1956
69 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
222 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
17,657
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I-70 HWY WB (kta) over Local Road Abandoned RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-70 HWY WB (kta) over Local Road Abandoned RR in Douglas County, Kansas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 69 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 17,657 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,862 by 2044. The structure is 222 ft (67.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI-70 HWY WB (kta)
CrossesLocal Road Abandoned RR
Location2.46 MI E US-40 & 59
RouteInterstate 70
StateKansas
Coordinates38.99639, -95.18833
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.8 US tons
Inventory rating30.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length222 ft (67.8 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,657 (2023)
Projected traffic22,862 by 2044
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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 I-70 HWY WB (kta) over Local Road Abandoned RR built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is I-70 HWY WB (kta) over Local Road Abandoned RR 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does I-70 HWY WB (kta) over Local Road Abandoned RR carry?

About 17,657 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is I-70 HWY WB (kta) over Local Road Abandoned RR?

The structure is 222 ft (67.8 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns I-70 HWY WB (kta) over Local Road Abandoned RR?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.