US Bridges

US-75/K-96 HWY over Elk River

Good

Montgomery County, Kansas · 2.57 MI N Ejct US-160 · Structure no. 999907500630721

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
321 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,192
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-75/K-96 HWY over Elk River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-75/K-96 HWY over Elk River in Montgomery County, Kansas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 5,192 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,969 by 2044. The structure is 321 ft (97.7 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesUS-75/K-96 HWY
CrossesElk River
Location2.57 MI N Ejct US-160
RouteU.S. Route 75
StateKansas
Coordinates37.26333, -95.70889
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating49.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length321 ft (97.7 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,192 (2023)
Projected traffic5,969 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 US-75/K-96 HWY over Elk River built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-75/K-96 HWY over Elk River 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US-75/K-96 HWY over Elk River carry?

About 5,192 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US-75/K-96 HWY over Elk River?

The structure is 321 ft (97.7 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US-75/K-96 HWY over Elk River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.