US Bridges

K-14 HWY over N. Fork Ninnescah River

Good

Reno County, Kansas · 7.66 MI N Kingman Coln · Structure no. 999901700780941

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
664 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
1,949
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-14 HWY over N. Fork Ninnescah River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-14 HWY over N. Fork Ninnescah River in Reno County, Kansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 1,949 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,988 by 2044. The structure is 664 ft (202.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesK-14 HWY
CrossesN. Fork Ninnescah River
Location7.66 MI N Kingman Coln
RouteState Highway 14
StateKansas
Coordinates37.84444, -97.93583
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating90.8 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length664 ft (202.4 m)
Longest span98 ft (29.9 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,949 (2023)
Projected traffic1,988 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 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-14 HWY over N. Fork Ninnescah River built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-14 HWY over N. Fork Ninnescah 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does K-14 HWY over N. Fork Ninnescah River carry?

About 1,949 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is K-14 HWY over N. Fork Ninnescah River?

The structure is 664 ft (202.4 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns K-14 HWY over N. Fork Ninnescah River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.