US Bridges

K-14 HWY over Ave X

Good

Rice County, Kansas · Ave X Jnct on K14 · Structure no. 999900140800491

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
204 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-14 HWY over Ave X is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-14 HWY over Ave X in Rice County, Kansas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,791 by 2044. The structure is 204 ft (62.3 m) long and 44 ft wide.

CarriesK-14 HWY
CrossesAve X
LocationAve X Jnct on K14
RouteState Highway 14
StateKansas
Coordinates38.18833, -98.12389
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.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.8 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length204 ft (62.3 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,500 (2023)
Projected traffic3,791 by 2044
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was K-14 HWY over Ave X built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-14 HWY over Ave X 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does K-14 HWY over Ave X carry?

About 3,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is K-14 HWY over Ave X?

The structure is 204 ft (62.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns K-14 HWY over Ave X?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.