US Bridges

65th ST over I-70 Wb-Eb

Good

Wyandotte County, Kansas · 0.58 MI E Turner Diag. · Structure no. 999907001052761

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
265 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,186
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

65th ST over I-70 Wb-Eb is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 65th ST over I-70 Wb-Eb in Wyandotte County, Kansas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 3,186 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,376 by 2044. The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long and 45 ft wide.

Carries65th ST
CrossesI-70 Wb-Eb
Location0.58 MI E Turner Diag.
RouteCity Street 2640
StateKansas
Coordinates39.10583, -94.72833
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 rating73 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length265 ft (80.8 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.9 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,186 (2023)
Projected traffic4,376 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 Highway Agency
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 65th ST over I-70 Wb-Eb built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is 65th ST over I-70 Wb-Eb 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 65th ST over I-70 Wb-Eb carry?

About 3,186 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is 65th ST over I-70 Wb-Eb?

The structure is 265 ft (80.8 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns 65th ST over I-70 Wb-Eb?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.