K18 HWY WB over Kansas River
GoodRiley County, Kansas · 0.12 MI N Geary CO Line · Structure no. 999901800810411
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,204 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,848
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K18 HWY WB over Kansas River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K18 HWY WB over Kansas River in Riley County, Kansas. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 5,848 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,690 by 2044. The structure is 1,204 ft (367.1 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 K18 HWY WB over Kansas River built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is K18 HWY WB over Kansas 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does K18 HWY WB over Kansas River carry?
About 5,848 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is K18 HWY WB over Kansas River?
The structure is 1,204 ft (367.1 m) long with a longest span of 185 ft (56.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns K18 HWY WB over Kansas River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.