I70 HWY WB over RS1977 Old 40 HWY
FairTrego County, Kansas · 1.75MI E Jt K147 WB · Structure no. 999907000980211
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 157 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,850
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I70 HWY WB over RS1977 Old 40 HWY is a concrete continuous slab carrying I70 HWY WB over RS1977 Old 40 HWY in Trego County, Kansas. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 6,850 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,046 by 2044. The structure is 157 ft (47.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I70 HWY WB over RS1977 Old 40 HWY built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is I70 HWY WB over RS1977 Old 40 HWY in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does I70 HWY WB over RS1977 Old 40 HWY carry?
About 6,850 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is I70 HWY WB over RS1977 Old 40 HWY?
The structure is 157 ft (47.8 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns I70 HWY WB over RS1977 Old 40 HWY?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.