US Bridges

K96 HWY WB over Ramp 3(I235 Wl)

Good

Sedgwick County, Kansas · 0.93 MI E West ST · Structure no. 999909600873221

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
208 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K96 HWY WB over Ramp 3(I235 Wl) is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K96 HWY WB over Ramp 3(I235 Wl) in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 17,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,110 by 2044. The structure is 208 ft (63.3 m) long and 43 ft wide.

CarriesK96 HWY WB
CrossesRamp 3(I235 Wl)
Location0.93 MI E West ST
RouteState Highway 96
StateKansas
Coordinates37.75694, -97.37333
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length208 ft (63.3 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.3 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,500 (2023)
Projected traffic23,110 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was K96 HWY WB over Ramp 3(I235 Wl) built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is K96 HWY WB over Ramp 3(I235 Wl) 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 K96 HWY WB over Ramp 3(I235 Wl) carry?

About 17,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is K96 HWY WB over Ramp 3(I235 Wl)?

The structure is 208 ft (63.3 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns K96 HWY WB over Ramp 3(I235 Wl)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.