US Bridges

URB3221-MCHGN ST over I-70 HWY (kta)

Good

Douglas County, Kansas · 0.98 MI W US-40 & 59 · Structure no. 999907000231383

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
291 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,836
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

URB3221-MCHGN ST over I-70 HWY (kta) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying URB3221-MCHGN ST over I-70 HWY (kta) in Douglas County, Kansas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,836 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,961 by 2044. The structure is 291 ft (88.6 m) long and 45 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesURB3221-MCHGN ST
CrossesI-70 HWY (kta)
Location0.98 MI W US-40 & 59
RouteCounty Highway 3221
CountyDouglas County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.99028, -95.25111
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating47.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length291 ft (88.6 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,836 (2023)
Projected traffic9,961 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 URB3221-MCHGN ST over I-70 HWY (kta) built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is URB3221-MCHGN ST over I-70 HWY (kta) 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 URB3221-MCHGN ST over I-70 HWY (kta) carry?

About 6,836 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is URB3221-MCHGN ST over I-70 HWY (kta)?

The structure is 291 ft (88.6 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns URB3221-MCHGN ST over I-70 HWY (kta)?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.