US Bridges

K10 HWY WB over Lexington Ave Aband RR

Good

Johnson County, Kansas · 4.45 MI E Douglas Col WB · Structure no. 999901000461761

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
390 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
16,300
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K10 HWY WB over Lexington Ave Aband RR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K10 HWY WB over Lexington Ave Aband RR in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 16,300 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,289 by 2044. The structure is 390 ft (118.8 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesK10 HWY WB
CrossesLexington Ave Aband RR
Location4.45 MI E Douglas Col WB
RouteState Highway 10
StateKansas
Coordinates38.96056, -94.98306
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.2 US tons
Inventory rating28.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length390 ft (118.8 m)
Longest span136 ft (41.5 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,300 (2023)
Projected traffic23,289 by 2044
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 K10 HWY WB over Lexington Ave Aband RR built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is K10 HWY WB over Lexington Ave Aband RR 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 K10 HWY WB over Lexington Ave Aband RR carry?

About 16,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is K10 HWY WB over Lexington Ave Aband RR?

The structure is 390 ft (118.8 m) long with a longest span of 136 ft (41.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns K10 HWY WB over Lexington Ave Aband RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.