K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drg
GoodKingman County, Kansas · 7.62 MI W K14 · Structure no. 999904200481171
- Built
- 2023
- 2 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 180 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 416
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drg is a concrete slab carrying K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drg in Kingman County, Kansas. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 416 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 416 by 2044. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Drg built?
It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.
What condition is K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drg 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 Drg carry?
About 416 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drg?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns K-42 HWY over Chikaskia River Drg?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.