US Bridges

US-24 HWY WB over K-4 HWY

Good

Shawnee County, Kansas · US-24/K4 Interchange WB · Structure no. 999902400892351

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
367 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,541
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-24 HWY WB over K-4 HWY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-24 HWY WB over K-4 HWY in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 7,541 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,332 by 2044. The structure is 367 ft (111.9 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 83.3 mi (134 km).

CarriesUS-24 HWY WB
CrossesK-4 HWY
LocationUS-24/K4 Interchange WB
RouteU.S. Route 24
StateKansas
Coordinates39.09361, -95.60778
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.8 US tons
Inventory rating36.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length367 ft (111.9 m)
Longest span132 ft (40.1 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,541 (2023)
Projected traffic8,332 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed83.3 mi (134 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 US-24 HWY WB over K-4 HWY built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-24 HWY WB over K-4 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 US-24 HWY WB over K-4 HWY carry?

About 7,541 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US-24 HWY WB over K-4 HWY?

The structure is 367 ft (111.9 m) long with a longest span of 132 ft (40.1 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns US-24 HWY WB over K-4 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.