Central over Little Arkansas River
FairSedgwick County, Kansas · Central at Seneca · Structure no. 430400876400050
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 319 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,730
- 2006 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Central over Little Arkansas River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Central over Little Arkansas River in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 94 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 18,730 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,500 by 2039. The structure is 319 ft (97.2 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Central over Little Arkansas River built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is Central over Little Arkansas River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does Central over Little Arkansas River carry?
About 18,730 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Central over Little Arkansas River?
The structure is 319 ft (97.2 m) long with a longest span of 109 ft (33.1 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns Central over Little Arkansas River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.