Kenneth Road over Big Blue River
GoodJohnson County, Kansas · S 31 T 47 R 33 W · Structure no. 521950460000355
- Built
- 2019
- 6 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 365 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Kenneth Road over Big Blue River is a prestressed concrete girder and floorbeam system carrying Kenneth Road over Big Blue River in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,500 by 2044. The structure is 365 ft (111.3 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Kenneth Road over Big Blue River built?
It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.
What condition is Kenneth Road over Big Blue River 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Kenneth Road over Big Blue River carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Kenneth Road over Big Blue River?
The structure is 365 ft (111.3 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.9 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Kenneth Road over Big Blue River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.