Ave. M over Little Arkansas River
GoodRice County, Kansas · 2.0E 3.5S of Little River · Structure no. 000800751405280
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 163 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ave. M over Little Arkansas River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Ave. M over Little Arkansas River in Rice County, Kansas. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 120 by 2044. The structure is 163 ft (49.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ave. M over Little Arkansas River built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ave. M 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Ave. M over Little Arkansas River carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Ave. M over Little Arkansas River?
The structure is 163 ft (49.8 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (13.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Ave. M over Little Arkansas River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.