Rs 305 N 279th over Big Arkansas River
GoodSedgwick County, Kansas · 279THW 0.9 N of 109THN · Structure no. 000000000870101
- Built
- 2015
- 10 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 684 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 866
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rs 305 N 279th over Big Arkansas River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rs 305 N 279th over Big Arkansas River in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 866 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,081 by 2044. The structure is 684 ft (208.5 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rs 305 N 279th over Big Arkansas River built?
It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rs 305 N 279th over Big 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Rs 305 N 279th over Big Arkansas River carry?
About 866 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Rs 305 N 279th over Big Arkansas River?
The structure is 684 ft (208.5 m) long with a longest span of 116 ft (35.3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Rs 305 N 279th over Big Arkansas River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.