K196 HWY over Jester Creek
GoodHarvey County, Kansas · 0.38 MI E I135 · Structure no. 999919600400761
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 143 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,627
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K196 HWY over Jester Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K196 HWY over Jester Creek in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 2,627 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,081 by 2044. The structure is 143 ft (43.5 m) long and 42 ft wide.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K196 HWY over Jester Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is K196 HWY over Jester Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does K196 HWY over Jester Creek carry?
About 2,627 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is K196 HWY over Jester Creek?
The structure is 143 ft (43.5 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns K196 HWY over Jester Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.