US Bridges

W Lawrence Intr over I-70 Kta

Good

Douglas County, Kansas · 1.31 MI W US-40 & 59 · Structure no. 999907000231393

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
273 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,987
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

W Lawrence Intr over I-70 Kta is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W Lawrence Intr over I-70 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 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 4,987 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,734 by 2044. The structure is 273 ft (83.1 m) long and 51 ft wide.

CarriesW Lawrence Intr
CrossesI-70 Kta
Location1.31 MI W US-40 & 59
RouteCity Street 3215
StateKansas
Coordinates38.98972, -95.25722
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.
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating74.1 US tons
Inventory rating44.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length273 ft (83.1 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.4 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,987 (2023)
Projected traffic5,734 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 W Lawrence Intr over I-70 Kta built?

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

What condition is W Lawrence Intr over I-70 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 W Lawrence Intr over I-70 Kta carry?

About 4,987 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is W Lawrence Intr over I-70 Kta?

The structure is 273 ft (83.1 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns W Lawrence Intr over I-70 Kta?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.