US Bridges

I35 HWY NB over Ottawa Creek Local Road

Good

Franklin County, Kansas · 6.44 MI NE US59 NB · Structure no. 999903500300921

Built
2002
23 years old, rebuilt 2010
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
275 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,486
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I35 HWY NB over Ottawa Creek Local Road is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I35 HWY NB over Ottawa Creek Local Road in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 2002 and reconstructed in 2010, so it is 23 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 9,486 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,692 by 2044. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI35 HWY NB
CrossesOttawa Creek Local Road
Location6.44 MI NE US59 NB
RouteInterstate 35
StateKansas
Coordinates38.64167, -95.21194
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating64.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length275 ft (83.8 m)
Longest span98 ft (30 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,486 (2023)
Projected traffic10,692 by 2044
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I35 HWY NB over Ottawa Creek Local Road built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2010.

What condition is I35 HWY NB over Ottawa Creek Local Road 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does I35 HWY NB over Ottawa Creek Local Road carry?

About 9,486 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is I35 HWY NB over Ottawa Creek Local Road?

The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (30 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns I35 HWY NB over Ottawa Creek Local Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.