US Bridges

Ramp K4W to I-70E over EB K4/ I-70 Ramp

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Shawnee County, Kansas · 0.04 M N JCT I70/U40 · Structure no. 999907000892561

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
1,001 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,655
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp K4W to I-70E over EB K4/ I-70 Ramp is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp K4W to I-70E over EB K4/ I-70 Ramp in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 1,655 vehicles a day. The structure is 1,001 ft (305.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp K4W to I-70E
CrossesEB K4/ I-70 Ramp
Location0.04 M N JCT I70/U40
RouteState Highway 30
CountyShawnee County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.03528, -95.60639
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating78 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5 (+3 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length1,001 ft (305.1 m)
Longest span164 ft (50 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,655 (2023)
Projected traffic—
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 Ramp K4W to I-70E over EB K4/ I-70 Ramp built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp K4W to I-70E over EB K4/ I-70 Ramp 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Ramp K4W to I-70E over EB K4/ I-70 Ramp carry?

About 1,655 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Ramp K4W to I-70E over EB K4/ I-70 Ramp?

The structure is 1,001 ft (305.1 m) long with a longest span of 164 ft (50 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp K4W to I-70E over EB K4/ I-70 Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.