I70 HWY EB over K247 HWY
GoodEllis County, Kansas · JCT K247/I70 EB · Structure no. 999907000260051
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 171 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I70 HWY EB over K247 HWY is a concrete continuous slab carrying I70 HWY EB over K247 HWY in Ellis County, Kansas. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,358 by 2044. The structure is 171 ft (52 m) long and 42 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I70 HWY EB over K247 HWY built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is I70 HWY EB over K247 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does I70 HWY EB over K247 HWY carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is I70 HWY EB over K247 HWY?
The structure is 171 ft (52 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns I70 HWY EB over K247 HWY?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.