K53 HWY &atsf RR over Arkansas River Drainage
GoodSumner County, Kansas · 4.94 MI E US81 · Structure no. 999905300961084
- Built
- 1909
- 116 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 62 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,605
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K53 HWY &atsf RR over Arkansas River Drainage is a steel culvert carrying K53 HWY &atsf RR over Arkansas River Drainage in Sumner County, Kansas. It was built in 1909 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 116 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 4,605 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,731 by 2044. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 160 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K53 HWY &atsf RR over Arkansas River Drainage built?
It was built in 1909, making it 116 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is K53 HWY &atsf RR over Arkansas River 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does K53 HWY &atsf RR over Arkansas River Drainage carry?
About 4,605 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is K53 HWY &atsf RR over Arkansas River Drainage?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 160 ft wide.
Who owns K53 HWY &atsf RR over Arkansas River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Railroad.