SW 77 A. L.2-19.5 over Chikaskia River
PoorPosted for loadKingman County, Kansas · 1.5N 1.2E of Zenda · Structure no. 000480719206485
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 94 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
SW 77 A. L.2-19.5 over Chikaskia River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SW 77 A. L.2-19.5 over Chikaskia River in Kingman County, Kansas. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12 by 2043. The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SW 77 A. L.2-19.5 over Chikaskia River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is SW 77 A. L.2-19.5 over Chikaskia River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2023.
How much traffic does SW 77 A. L.2-19.5 over Chikaskia River carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SW 77 A. L.2-19.5 over Chikaskia River?
The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns SW 77 A. L.2-19.5 over Chikaskia River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.