US81 HWY over Wichita Fl Contr Canal
GoodSedgwick County, Kansas · 6.67 MI N Sumner CO LN · Structure no. 999908100873521
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 459 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,660
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US81 HWY over Wichita Fl Contr Canal is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US81 HWY over Wichita Fl Contr Canal in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 9,660 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,855 by 2044. The structure is 459 ft (139.8 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US81 HWY over Wichita Fl Contr Canal built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US81 HWY over Wichita Fl Contr Canal 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US81 HWY over Wichita Fl Contr Canal carry?
About 9,660 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US81 HWY over Wichita Fl Contr Canal?
The structure is 459 ft (139.8 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.
Who owns US81 HWY over Wichita Fl Contr Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.