US Bridges

K-27 HWY over N Fork Cimarron River

Good

Morton County, Kansas · 3.99 MI N Njct K-51 · Structure no. 999902700650081

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
113 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
385
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-27 HWY over N Fork Cimarron River is a concrete continuous slab carrying K-27 HWY over N Fork Cimarron River in Morton County, Kansas. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 385 vehicles a day, roughly 50% of them trucks, projected to reach 539 by 2044. The structure is 113 ft (34.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesK-27 HWY
CrossesN Fork Cimarron River
Location3.99 MI N Njct K-51
RouteState Highway 27
StateKansas
Coordinates37.31111, -101.77389
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length113 ft (34.3 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic385 (2023)
Projected traffic539 by 2044
Trucks50%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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-27 HWY over N Fork Cimarron River built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-27 HWY over N Fork Cimarron 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does K-27 HWY over N Fork Cimarron River carry?

About 385 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 50% are trucks.

How long is K-27 HWY over N Fork Cimarron River?

The structure is 113 ft (34.3 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns K-27 HWY over N Fork Cimarron River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.