K27 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage
GoodHamilton County, Kansas · 0.39 MI N US50 · Structure no. 999902700380441
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,385
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K27 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage is a concrete continuous slab carrying K27 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage in Hamilton County, Kansas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 1,385 vehicles a day, roughly 54% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,624 by 2044. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K27 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is K27 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage 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 K27 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage carry?
About 1,385 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 54% are trucks.
How long is K27 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns K27 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.