K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain
GoodMcPherson County, Kansas · 3.06 MI E K175 · Structure no. 999900400590901
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,580
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain is a concrete culvert carrying K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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 1,580 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,612 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain carry?
About 1,580 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain?
The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K4 HWY over Smoky Hill River Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.