K-51 HWY over Cimarron River
GoodMorton County, Kansas · 10.53 MI SE Njct K-27 · Structure no. 999905100650101
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,060 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 575
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-51 HWY over Cimarron River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-51 HWY over Cimarron River in Morton County, Kansas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 575 vehicles a day, roughly 37% of them trucks, projected to reach 688 by 2044. The structure is 1,060 ft (323.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K-51 HWY over Cimarron River built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is K-51 HWY over 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does K-51 HWY over Cimarron River carry?
About 575 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 37% are trucks.
How long is K-51 HWY over Cimarron River?
The structure is 1,060 ft (323.1 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns K-51 HWY over Cimarron River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.