K-42 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage
GoodSedgwick County, Kansas · 1.02 MI NE K49 · Structure no. 999904200871631
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,515
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-42 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K-42 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1943, so it is 82 years old, older 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 4,515 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,890 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K-42 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025.
What condition is K-42 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does K-42 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage carry?
About 4,515 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is K-42 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns K-42 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.