US Bridges

K-2 HWY over BNSF Railroad

Good

Harper County, Kansas · 0.62 MI NE Njct US-160 · Structure no. 999900200390531

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
268 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,544
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-2 HWY over BNSF Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-2 HWY over BNSF Railroad in Harper County, Kansas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 2,544 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,755 by 2044. The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesK-2 HWY
CrossesBNSF Railroad
Location0.62 MI NE Njct US-160
RouteState Highway 2
StateKansas
Coordinates37.29056, -98.01389
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating102 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length268 ft (81.7 m)
Longest span109 ft (33.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,544 (2023)
Projected traffic2,755 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 K-2 HWY over BNSF Railroad built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-2 HWY over BNSF Railroad 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 K-2 HWY over BNSF Railroad carry?

About 2,544 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is K-2 HWY over BNSF Railroad?

The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long with a longest span of 109 ft (33.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns K-2 HWY over BNSF Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.