US Bridges

Scenic Drive over K18 HWY

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Riley County, Kansas · 3.97 MI E of K-114 JCT · Structure no. 999901800810821

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
375 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,868
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Scenic Drive over K18 HWY is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Scenic Drive over K18 HWY in Riley County, Kansas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 8,868 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,921 by 2044. The structure is 375 ft (114.2 m) long and 64 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesScenic Drive
CrossesK18 HWY
Location3.97 MI E of K-114 JCT
RouteCounty Highway 3828
CountyRiley County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.15417, -96.64361
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating70.8 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length375 ft (114.2 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.4 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,868 (2023)
Projected traffic12,921 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Scenic Drive over K18 HWY built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Scenic Drive over K18 HWY 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Scenic Drive over K18 HWY carry?

About 8,868 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Scenic Drive over K18 HWY?

The structure is 375 ft (114.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns Scenic Drive over K18 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.