US Bridges

US-50/US-83 Hwys over K-156 HWY

Good

Finney County, Kansas · US-50/US-83/K-156 JCT · Structure no. 999905000280231

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
218 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,598
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-50/US-83 Hwys over K-156 HWY is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-50/US-83 Hwys over K-156 HWY in Finney County, Kansas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 8,598 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,701 by 2044. The structure is 218 ft (66.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-50/US-83 Hwys
CrossesK-156 HWY
LocationUS-50/US-83/K-156 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 50
StateKansas
Coordinates37.9825, -100.83806
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 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 rating92.9 US tons
Inventory rating51.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length218 ft (66.4 m)
Longest span107 ft (32.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,598 (2023)
Projected traffic10,701 by 2044
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US-50/US-83 Hwys over K-156 HWY built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-50/US-83 Hwys over K-156 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US-50/US-83 Hwys over K-156 HWY carry?

About 8,598 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is US-50/US-83 Hwys over K-156 HWY?

The structure is 218 ft (66.4 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US-50/US-83 Hwys over K-156 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.