I70 HWY EB over Smoky Hill River
GoodGeary County, Kansas · 2.04 MI E Wjct 40 Bs EB · Structure no. 999907000310151
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 901 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,637
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I70 HWY EB over Smoky Hill River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I70 HWY EB over Smoky Hill River in Geary County, Kansas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 65 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 14,637 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,714 by 2044. The structure is 901 ft (274.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I70 HWY EB over Smoky Hill River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is I70 HWY EB over 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does I70 HWY EB over Smoky Hill River carry?
About 14,637 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is I70 HWY EB over Smoky Hill River?
The structure is 901 ft (274.6 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns I70 HWY EB over Smoky Hill River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.