US Bridges

I35 HWY (kta)el-Wl over Meridian Creek Drainage

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Sumner County, Kansas · 2.20 MI N US166 · Structure no. 999903500961373

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,503
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

I35 HWY (kta)el-Wl over Meridian Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying I35 HWY (kta)el-Wl over Meridian Creek Drainage in Sumner County, Kansas. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 70 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 9,503 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,304 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 120 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesI35 HWY (kta)el-Wl
CrossesMeridian Creek Drainage
Location2.20 MI N US166
RouteInterstate 35
CountySumner County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.08833, -97.33833
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.8 US tons
Inventory rating18 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width120 ft (36.6 m)
Roadway width94 ft (28.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,503 (2023)
Projected traffic12,304 by 2044
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 I35 HWY (kta)el-Wl over Meridian Creek Drainage built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is I35 HWY (kta)el-Wl over Meridian Creek Drainage 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 I35 HWY (kta)el-Wl over Meridian Creek Drainage carry?

About 9,503 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is I35 HWY (kta)el-Wl over Meridian Creek Drainage?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 120 ft wide.

Who owns I35 HWY (kta)el-Wl over Meridian Creek Drainage?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.