US Bridges

I-35 HWY SB (kta) over K-53 HWY

Good

Sumner County, Kansas · JCT K-53 / I-35 · Structure no. 999903500961023

Built
1956
69 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
121 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,849
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I-35 HWY SB (kta) over K-53 HWY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-35 HWY SB (kta) over K-53 HWY in Sumner County, Kansas. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 69 years old, older 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 12,849 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,001 by 2044. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesI-35 HWY SB (kta)
CrossesK-53 HWY
LocationJCT K-53 / I-35
RouteInterstate 35
CountySumner County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.47639, -97.32278
Functional classRural 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating63.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length121 ft (36.9 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,849 (2023)
Projected traffic18,001 by 2044
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn an Interstate toll segment under Secretarial agreement
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-35 HWY SB (kta) over K-53 HWY built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is I-35 HWY SB (kta) over K-53 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does I-35 HWY SB (kta) over K-53 HWY carry?

About 12,849 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is I-35 HWY SB (kta) over K-53 HWY?

The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns I-35 HWY SB (kta) over K-53 HWY?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.