I70 HWY EB over Franks Creek Frrd Conctr
GoodGeary County, Kansas · 3.12 MI E Wjct 40 Bs EB · Structure no. 999907000310181
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 281 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,218
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I70 HWY EB over Franks Creek Frrd Conctr is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying I70 HWY EB over Franks Creek Frrd Conctr in Geary County, Kansas. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1985, 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 16,218 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,278 by 2044. The structure is 281 ft (85.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I70 HWY EB over Franks Creek Frrd Conctr built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is I70 HWY EB over Franks Creek Frrd Conctr 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 Franks Creek Frrd Conctr carry?
About 16,218 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is I70 HWY EB over Franks Creek Frrd Conctr?
The structure is 281 ft (85.8 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns I70 HWY EB over Franks Creek Frrd Conctr?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.