US Bridges

K-4 HWY over Bethany DR

Fair

McPherson County, Kansas · .23 M N Academy(linbrg) · Structure no. 9999081B0591161

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
520 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,657
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-4 HWY over Bethany DR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-4 HWY over Bethany DR in McPherson 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,657 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,307 by 2044. The structure is 520 ft (158.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesK-4 HWY
CrossesBethany DR
Location.23 M N Academy(linbrg)
RouteState Highway 4
CountyMcPherson County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.58333, -97.66639
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating87.6 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length520 ft (158.5 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,657 (2023)
Projected traffic3,307 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 K-4 HWY over Bethany DR built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-4 HWY over Bethany DR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does K-4 HWY over Bethany DR carry?

About 2,657 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is K-4 HWY over Bethany DR?

The structure is 520 ft (158.5 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns K-4 HWY over Bethany DR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.