US Bridges

College Blvd over K-7 HWY

Good

Johnson County, Kansas · 3.29 MI N K7/SANTA Fe JCT · Structure no. 999900700463011

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
293 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,771
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

College Blvd over K-7 HWY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying College Blvd over K-7 HWY in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 3,771 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,604 by 2044. The structure is 293 ft (89.2 m) long and 85 ft wide.

CarriesCollege Blvd
CrossesK-7 HWY
Location3.29 MI N K7/SANTA Fe JCT
RouteCity Street 4210
StateKansas
Coordinates38.92722, -94.8525
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length293 ft (89.2 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width85 ft (25.8 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,771 (2023)
Projected traffic5,604 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
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 College Blvd over K-7 HWY built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is College Blvd over K-7 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 College Blvd over K-7 HWY carry?

About 3,771 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is College Blvd over K-7 HWY?

The structure is 293 ft (89.2 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns College Blvd over K-7 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.