US Bridges

Metcalf Ave. over Tomahawk Ck

Fair

Johnson County, Kansas · 2500 N of 135th ST · Structure no. 421950462951020

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
29,400
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Metcalf Ave. over Tomahawk Ck is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Metcalf Ave. over Tomahawk Ck in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 29,400 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,300 by 2044. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesMetcalf Ave.
CrossesTomahawk Ck
Location2500 N of 135th ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyJohnson County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.88853, -94.66779
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.7 US tons
Inventory rating42.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.8 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.3 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,400 (2015)
Projected traffic35,300 by 2044
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Metcalf Ave. over Tomahawk Ck built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Metcalf Ave. over Tomahawk Ck in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does Metcalf Ave. over Tomahawk Ck carry?

About 29,400 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Metcalf Ave. over Tomahawk Ck?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.8 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns Metcalf Ave. over Tomahawk Ck?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.