US Bridges

K-96 HWY Sl EB over Hydraulic ST

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Sedgwick County, Kansas · K-96 EB over Hydraulic · Structure no. 999909600873921

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
282 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,320
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-96 HWY Sl EB over Hydraulic ST is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-96 HWY Sl EB over Hydraulic ST in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 16,320 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26,742 by 2044. The structure is 282 ft (86.1 m) long and 27 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesK-96 HWY Sl EB
CrossesHydraulic ST
LocationK-96 EB over Hydraulic
RouteState Highway 96
CountySedgwick County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.74333, -97.31722
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating96 US tons
Inventory rating58 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length282 ft (86.1 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,320 (2023)
Projected traffic26,742 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
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 K-96 HWY Sl EB over Hydraulic ST built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-96 HWY Sl EB over Hydraulic ST 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 K-96 HWY Sl EB over Hydraulic ST carry?

About 16,320 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is K-96 HWY Sl EB over Hydraulic ST?

The structure is 282 ft (86.1 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns K-96 HWY Sl EB over Hydraulic ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.