US Bridges

K-14 HWY over Arkansas River

Good

Reno County, Kansas · 5.88 MI S Rice Co. Line · Structure no. 999909600780871

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
442 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,387
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-14 HWY over Arkansas River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-14 HWY over Arkansas River in Reno County, Kansas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 3,387 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,669 by 2044. The structure is 442 ft (134.6 m) long and 46 ft wide.

CarriesK-14 HWY
CrossesArkansas River
Location5.88 MI S Rice Co. Line
RouteState Highway 14
StateKansas
Coordinates38.14472, -98.11194
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating83.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length442 ft (134.6 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,387 (2023)
Projected traffic3,669 by 2044
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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-14 HWY over Arkansas River built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-14 HWY 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 K-14 HWY over Arkansas River carry?

About 3,387 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is K-14 HWY over Arkansas River?

The structure is 442 ft (134.6 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns K-14 HWY over Arkansas River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.