US Bridges

US50 HWY WB over Arkansas River

Good

Reno County, Kansas · 1.55 MI E of K-96 · Structure no. 999905000780891

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,055 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,825
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US50 HWY WB over Arkansas River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US50 HWY WB over Arkansas River in Reno 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 4,825 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,372 by 2044. The structure is 1,055 ft (321.6 m) long and 47 ft wide.

CarriesUS50 HWY WB
CrossesArkansas River
Location1.55 MI E of K-96
RouteU.S. Route 50
StateKansas
Coordinates38.01722, -97.91278
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 rating70.9 US tons
Inventory rating34.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,055 ft (321.6 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.2 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,825 (2023)
Projected traffic6,372 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-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 US50 HWY WB over Arkansas River built?

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

What condition is US50 HWY WB over Arkansas 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 US50 HWY WB over Arkansas River carry?

About 4,825 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US50 HWY WB over Arkansas River?

The structure is 1,055 ft (321.6 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US50 HWY WB over Arkansas River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.