US Bridges

US 50 HWY over Meridan Ave. BNSF RR

PoorPosted for load

Harvey County, Kansas · 1.96 Mi. W. K-15 W. Jct. · Structure no. 999905000400711

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,254 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,841
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 50 HWY over Meridan Ave. BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 HWY over Meridan Ave. BNSF RR in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, younger 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 other load-capacity restriction.

It carries about 8,841 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,788 by 2044. The structure is 1,254 ft (382.1 m) long and 46 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS 50 HWY
CrossesMeridan Ave. BNSF RR
Location1.96 Mi. W. K-15 W. Jct.
RouteU.S. Route 50
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.02722, -97.37194
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for other load-capacity restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating61.9 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+5 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,254 ft (382.1 m)
Longest span145 ft (44.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,841 (2023)
Projected traffic10,788 by 2044
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US 50 HWY over Meridan Ave. BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 50 HWY over Meridan Ave. BNSF RR 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US 50 HWY over Meridan Ave. BNSF RR carry?

About 8,841 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 50 HWY over Meridan Ave. BNSF RR?

The structure is 1,254 ft (382.1 m) long with a longest span of 145 ft (44.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 50 HWY over Meridan Ave. BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.