US Bridges

Local RD (72nd St) over I70 HWY (kta) Nl-Sl

Good

Wyandotte County, Kansas · 3.51 MI E I435 · Structure no. 999907001052571

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
283 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,463
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Local RD (72nd St) over I70 HWY (kta) Nl-Sl is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Local RD (72nd St) over I70 HWY (kta) Nl-Sl in Wyandotte County, Kansas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 4,463 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,650 by 2044. The structure is 283 ft (86.3 m) long and 45 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesLocal RD (72nd St)
CrossesI70 HWY (kta) Nl-Sl
Location3.51 MI E I435
RouteCity Street 2637
CountyWyandotte County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.10611, -94.74556
Functional classUrban Collector

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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating87 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length283 ft (86.3 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,463 (2023)
Projected traffic3,650 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Highway Agency
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 Local RD (72nd St) over I70 HWY (kta) Nl-Sl built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local RD (72nd St) over I70 HWY (kta) Nl-Sl 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Local RD (72nd St) over I70 HWY (kta) Nl-Sl carry?

About 4,463 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Local RD (72nd St) over I70 HWY (kta) Nl-Sl?

The structure is 283 ft (86.3 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Local RD (72nd St) over I70 HWY (kta) Nl-Sl?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority and maintained by the State Highway Agency.