US Bridges

Comerce Pwy RD over I-70 HWY Nl-Sl

Good

Ellis County, Kansas · 2.31 MI E JCT US-183 · Structure no. 999907000260581

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
316 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,656
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Comerce Pwy RD over I-70 HWY Nl-Sl is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Comerce Pwy RD over I-70 HWY Nl-Sl in Ellis County, Kansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 2,656 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,994 by 2044. The structure is 316 ft (96.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesComerce Pwy RD
CrossesI-70 HWY Nl-Sl
Location2.31 MI E JCT US-183
RouteCounty Highway 1733
CountyEllis County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.88167, -99.28056
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating82.2 US tons
Inventory rating45.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length316 ft (96.2 m)
Longest span104 ft (31.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,656 (2023)
Projected traffic2,994 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 Comerce Pwy RD over I-70 HWY Nl-Sl built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Comerce Pwy RD over I-70 HWY Nl-Sl 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 Comerce Pwy RD over I-70 HWY Nl-Sl carry?

About 2,656 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Comerce Pwy RD over I-70 HWY Nl-Sl?

The structure is 316 ft (96.2 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Comerce Pwy RD over I-70 HWY Nl-Sl?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.