US Bridges

K25 HWY over Arkansas River

Good

Kearny County, Kansas · 1.59 Mi. South of US-50 · Structure no. 999902500470141

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
751 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
1,970
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K25 HWY over Arkansas River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K25 HWY over Arkansas River in Kearny County, Kansas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 1,970 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,357 by 2044. The structure is 751 ft (228.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesK25 HWY
CrossesArkansas River
Location1.59 Mi. South of US-50
RouteState Highway 25
StateKansas
Coordinates37.92444, -101.25444
Functional classRural 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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating80 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length751 ft (228.8 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,970 (2023)
Projected traffic2,357 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
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 K25 HWY over Arkansas River built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is K25 HWY over Arkansas 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does K25 HWY over Arkansas River carry?

About 1,970 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is K25 HWY over Arkansas River?

The structure is 751 ft (228.8 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns K25 HWY over Arkansas River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.