K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drainage
GoodKingman County, Kansas · 3.15 MI E K-14 · Structure no. 999904200480751
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 441
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drainage is a concrete continuous slab carrying K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drainage in Kingman County, Kansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 441 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 538 by 2044. The structure is 122 ft (37.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drainage built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drainage 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drainage carry?
About 441 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drainage?
The structure is 122 ft (37.3 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.