US Bridges

I-35 HWY NB over K-68 HWY

Good

Franklin County, Kansas · 4.52 MI NE US-59 NB · Structure no. 999903500300971

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
199 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,506
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-35 HWY NB over K-68 HWY is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-35 HWY NB over K-68 HWY in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 2002, 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 10,506 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,874 by 2044. The structure is 199 ft (60.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI-35 HWY NB
CrossesK-68 HWY
Location4.52 MI NE US-59 NB
RouteInterstate 35
StateKansas
Coordinates38.62278, -95.23194
Functional classUrban 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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92.2 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length199 ft (60.7 m)
Longest span102 ft (31 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,506 (2023)
Projected traffic13,874 by 2044
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 I-35 HWY NB over K-68 HWY built?

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

What condition is I-35 HWY NB over K-68 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does I-35 HWY NB over K-68 HWY carry?

About 10,506 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is I-35 HWY NB over K-68 HWY?

The structure is 199 ft (60.7 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns I-35 HWY NB over K-68 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.