81st St. N. over Little Arkansas River
GoodSedgwick County, Kansas · 0.0W of Valley Center · Structure no. 000000000870780
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 295 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,217
- 2008 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
81st St. N. over Little Arkansas River is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying 81st St. N. over Little Arkansas River in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 3,217 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2044. The structure is 295 ft (89.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 81st St. N. over Little Arkansas River built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is 81st St. N. 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does 81st St. N. over Little Arkansas River carry?
About 3,217 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is 81st St. N. over Little Arkansas River?
The structure is 295 ft (89.9 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns 81st St. N. over Little Arkansas River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.