US Bridges

K-4 HWY WB over US-40 HWY

Good

Shawnee County, Kansas · Ejct U40/K4 · Structure no. 999900400892611

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
253 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,741
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-4 HWY WB over US-40 HWY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-4 HWY WB over US-40 HWY in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 4,741 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,018 by 2044. The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesK-4 HWY WB
CrossesUS-40 HWY
LocationEjct U40/K4
RouteU.S. Route 40
StateKansas
Coordinates39.04417, -95.60194
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length253 ft (77.1 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.4 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,741 (2023)
Projected traffic6,018 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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-4 HWY WB over US-40 HWY built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-4 HWY WB over US-40 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does K-4 HWY WB over US-40 HWY carry?

About 4,741 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is K-4 HWY WB over US-40 HWY?

The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns K-4 HWY WB over US-40 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.