K2 HWY over Chikaskia River
GoodHarper County, Kansas · 8.67 MI NE Njct US160 · Structure no. 999900200390511
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 683 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,616
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K2 HWY over Chikaskia River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K2 HWY over Chikaskia River in Harper County, Kansas. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 2,616 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,455 by 2044. The structure is 683 ft (208.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K2 HWY over Chikaskia River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is K2 HWY over Chikaskia 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does K2 HWY over Chikaskia River carry?
About 2,616 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is K2 HWY over Chikaskia River?
The structure is 683 ft (208.3 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns K2 HWY over Chikaskia River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.