US Bridges

Central Avenue over K-96 HWY

Good

Sedgwick County, Kansas · K-96 under Central Avenue · Structure no. 999909600874211

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
336 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,354
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Central Avenue over K-96 HWY is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Central Avenue over K-96 HWY in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 9,354 vehicles a day, projected to reach 12,111 by 2044. The structure is 336 ft (102.3 m) long and 69 ft wide.

CarriesCentral Avenue
CrossesK-96 HWY
LocationK-96 under Central Avenue
RouteCounty Highway 6406
StateKansas
Coordinates37.69389, -97.18778
Functional classUrban Collector

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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92.2 US tons
Inventory rating42.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length336 ft (102.3 m)
Longest span94 ft (28.7 m)
Deck width69 ft (21 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,354 (2023)
Projected traffic12,111 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 Central Avenue over K-96 HWY built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Central Avenue over K-96 HWY 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 Central Avenue over K-96 HWY carry?

About 9,354 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Central Avenue over K-96 HWY?

The structure is 336 ft (102.3 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.

Who owns Central Avenue over K-96 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.