US Bridges

Little Ak River over I-235

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Sedgwick County, Kansas · 1.39 MI E K96 SB · Structure no. 999923500878421

Built
2022
3 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
854 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
28,105
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Little Ak River over I-235 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Little Ak River over I-235 in Sedgwick County, Kansas. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 28,105 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,114 by 2044. The structure is 854 ft (260.3 m) long and 70 ft wide.

CarriesLittle Ak River
CrossesI-235
Location1.39 MI E K96 SB
RouteInterstate 235
StateKansas
Coordinates37.75639, -97.34611
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.2 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length854 ft (260.3 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,105 (2023)
Projected traffic37,114 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 Little Ak River over I-235 built?

It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.

What condition is Little Ak River over I-235 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 Little Ak River over I-235 carry?

About 28,105 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Little Ak River over I-235?

The structure is 854 ft (260.3 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns Little Ak River over I-235?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.