US Bridges

K-61 HWY NB over Little Arkansas River

Good

Reno County, Kansas · 10.10 MI N Ejct US50 · Structure no. 999906100781331

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
382 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,725
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-61 HWY NB over Little Arkansas River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-61 HWY NB over Little Arkansas River in Reno County, Kansas. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 3,725 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,919 by 2044. The structure is 382 ft (116.5 m) long and 52 ft wide.

CarriesK-61 HWY NB
CrossesLittle Arkansas River
Location10.10 MI N Ejct US50
RouteState Highway 61
StateKansas
Coordinates38.15528, -97.84278
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length382 ft (116.5 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,725 (2023)
Projected traffic4,919 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure3
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 K-61 HWY NB over Little Arkansas River built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-61 HWY NB over Little 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 K-61 HWY NB over Little Arkansas River carry?

About 3,725 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is K-61 HWY NB over Little Arkansas River?

The structure is 382 ft (116.5 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns K-61 HWY NB over Little Arkansas River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.