W 53rd N (RS1805) over Big Arkansas River
GoodSedgwick County, Kansas · 53RDN 0.9 E of 55THW · Structure no. 000000000871430
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 896 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,492
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
W 53rd N (RS1805) over Big Arkansas River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W 53rd N (RS1805) over Big Arkansas River in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 5,492 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,700 by 2044. The structure is 896 ft (273 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W 53rd N (RS1805) over Big Arkansas River built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is W 53rd N (RS1805) 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does W 53rd N (RS1805) over Big Arkansas River carry?
About 5,492 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is W 53rd N (RS1805) over Big Arkansas River?
The structure is 896 ft (273 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.
Who owns W 53rd N (RS1805) over Big Arkansas River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.