US Bridges

Prairie Star Pkwy over K7 HWY

Good

Johnson County, Kansas · 1.00 MI N JCT K7&K10 · Structure no. 999900700462411

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
273 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,992
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Prairie Star Pkwy over K7 HWY is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Prairie Star Pkwy over K7 HWY in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 2,992 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,192 by 2044. The structure is 273 ft (83.1 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesPrairie Star Pkwy
CrossesK7 HWY
Location1.00 MI N JCT K7&K10
RouteCity Street 2824
StateKansas
Coordinates38.95611, -94.85306
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length273 ft (83.1 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,992 (2023)
Projected traffic4,192 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Prairie Star Pkwy over K7 HWY built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Prairie Star Pkwy over K7 HWY 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Prairie Star Pkwy over K7 HWY carry?

About 2,992 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Prairie Star Pkwy over K7 HWY?

The structure is 273 ft (83.1 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Prairie Star Pkwy over K7 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.