US Bridges

Conn I-470/U-40N over I-470 HWY

Good

Shawnee County, Kansas · .22 M E Croco RD Ovrps · Structure no. 9999470C0892535

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
786 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,962
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Conn I-470/U-40N over I-470 HWY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Conn I-470/U-40N over I-470 HWY in Shawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 6,962 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,345 by 2044. The structure is 786 ft (239.5 m) long and 31 ft wide.

CarriesConn I-470/U-40N
CrossesI-470 HWY
Location.22 M E Croco RD Ovrps
RouteState Highway 470
StateKansas
Coordinates39.03083, -95.61
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.
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating92 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length786 ft (239.5 m)
Longest span192 ft (58.5 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,962 (2023)
Projected traffic10,345 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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 Conn I-470/U-40N over I-470 HWY built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Conn I-470/U-40N over I-470 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Conn I-470/U-40N over I-470 HWY carry?

About 6,962 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Conn I-470/U-40N over I-470 HWY?

The structure is 786 ft (239.5 m) long with a longest span of 192 ft (58.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Conn I-470/U-40N over I-470 HWY?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.