K-27 HWY over N Fork Smoky Hill River
GoodSherman County, Kansas · 4.53 MI N Wallace Cl. · Structure no. 999902700910471
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 564 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,036
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-27 HWY over N Fork Smoky Hill River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-27 HWY over N Fork Smoky Hill River in Sherman County, Kansas. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 1,036 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,191 by 2044. The structure is 564 ft (171.9 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K-27 HWY over N Fork Smoky Hill River built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is K-27 HWY over N Fork Smoky Hill River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does K-27 HWY over N Fork Smoky Hill River carry?
About 1,036 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is K-27 HWY over N Fork Smoky Hill River?
The structure is 564 ft (171.9 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.6 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns K-27 HWY over N Fork Smoky Hill River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.