US Bridges

K-96 HWY EB Ramp over UP RR

Good

Sedgwick County, Kansas · Rp Ne-E over RR · Structure no. 999909600873931

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
223 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,069
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-96 HWY EB Ramp over UP RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-96 HWY EB Ramp over UP RR 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 4,069 vehicles a day. The structure is 223 ft (68 m) long and 27 ft wide.

CarriesK-96 HWY EB Ramp
CrossesUP RR
LocationRp Ne-E over RR
RouteState Highway 72
StateKansas
Coordinates37.74306, -97.31444
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.
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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating48.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length223 ft (68 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,069 (2023)
Projected traffic—
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 EB Ramp over UP RR built?

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

What condition is K-96 HWY EB Ramp over UP RR 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 EB Ramp over UP RR carry?

About 4,069 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is K-96 HWY EB Ramp over UP RR?

The structure is 223 ft (68 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns K-96 HWY EB Ramp over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.