US Bridges

K61 HWY over N Fork Ninnescah River

Good

Reno County, Kansas · 1.68 MI NE JCT K11 · Structure no. 999906100781481

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
204 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,709
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K61 HWY over N Fork Ninnescah River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K61 HWY over N Fork Ninnescah River in Reno County, Kansas. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 2,709 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,177 by 2044. The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesK61 HWY
CrossesN Fork Ninnescah River
Location1.68 MI NE JCT K11
RouteState Highway 61
StateKansas
Coordinates37.90028, -98.17222
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.9 US tons
Inventory rating56.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length204 ft (62.2 m)
Longest span77 ft (23.5 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,709 (2023)
Projected traffic3,177 by 2044
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
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 K61 HWY over N Fork Ninnescah River built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is K61 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 K61 HWY over N Fork Ninnescah River carry?

About 2,709 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is K61 HWY over N Fork Ninnescah River?

The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns K61 HWY over N Fork Ninnescah River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.