US Bridges

Meridian (rs 304) over Little Arkansas River

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Sedgwick County, Kansas · Meridian 0.2 N of 61STN · Structure no. 000000000870430

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
265 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,982
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Meridian (rs 304) over Little Arkansas River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Meridian (rs 304) over Little Arkansas River in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 8,982 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2044. The structure is 265 ft (80.7 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesMeridian (rs 304)
CrossesLittle Arkansas River
LocationMeridian 0.2 N of 61STN
RouteCounty Highway 304
CountySedgwick County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.79813, -97.37188
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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating76.6 US tons
Inventory rating40.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length265 ft (80.7 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,982 (2022)
Projected traffic10,000 by 2044
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$100,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Meridian (rs 304) over Little Arkansas River built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Meridian (rs 304) 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Meridian (rs 304) over Little Arkansas River carry?

About 8,982 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Meridian (rs 304) over Little Arkansas River?

The structure is 265 ft (80.7 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Meridian (rs 304) over Little Arkansas River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.