K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn
GoodEllsworth County, Kansas · 2.72 MI NE Rice Coln · Structure no. 999900400270301
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 768
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn is a concrete culvert carrying K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn in Ellsworth County, Kansas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 768 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 784 by 2044. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 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 K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn carry?
About 768 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drn?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.