Old HWY 40 over Trib. Smoky Hill River
GoodEllsworth County, Kansas · W. Edge City of Ellsworth · Structure no. 000000000270675
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 770
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old HWY 40 over Trib. Smoky Hill River is a concrete culvert carrying Old HWY 40 over Trib. Smoky Hill River in Ellsworth County, Kansas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 91 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 770 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 925 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old HWY 40 over Trib. Smoky Hill River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is Old HWY 40 over Trib. Smoky Hill River 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Old HWY 40 over Trib. Smoky Hill River carry?
About 770 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Old HWY 40 over Trib. Smoky Hill River?
The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Old HWY 40 over Trib. Smoky Hill River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.