US81 HWY over Chikaskia River
GoodPosted for loadSumner County, Kansas · 6.52 MI E K49 · Structure no. 999908100960441
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 534 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,088
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US81 HWY over Chikaskia River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US81 HWY over Chikaskia River in Sumner County, Kansas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 1,088 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,110 by 2044. The structure is 534 ft (162.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US81 HWY over Chikaskia River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US81 HWY over Chikaskia 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US81 HWY over Chikaskia River carry?
About 1,088 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US81 HWY over Chikaskia River?
The structure is 534 ft (162.9 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns US81 HWY over Chikaskia River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.