SW 48th ST over Little Arkansas River
PoorPosted for loadHarvey County, Kansas · 1.0S 0.8E of Halstead · Structure no. 000400803605780
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 213 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
SW 48th ST over Little Arkansas River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SW 48th ST over Little Arkansas River in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 18 by 2042. The structure is 213 ft (64.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SW 48th ST over Little Arkansas River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is SW 48th ST over Little Arkansas River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does SW 48th ST over Little Arkansas River carry?
About 15 vehicles per day (2006 count).
How long is SW 48th ST over Little Arkansas River?
The structure is 213 ft (64.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns SW 48th ST over Little Arkansas River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.