K71 HWY over Nemaha River
GoodNemaha County, Kansas · 0.93 MI E K63 · Structure no. 999907100660241
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 371 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 488
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K71 HWY over Nemaha River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K71 HWY over Nemaha River in Nemaha County, Kansas. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 74 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 488 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 619 by 2044. The structure is 371 ft (113.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K71 HWY over Nemaha River built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is K71 HWY over Nemaha 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does K71 HWY over Nemaha River carry?
About 488 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is K71 HWY over Nemaha River?
The structure is 371 ft (113.1 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns K71 HWY over Nemaha River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.