Ridge (rs 998) over Big Arkansas River

Good Condition54 years old3,986 vehicles/day

Location

StateKansas
CountySedgwick
Location3.0w 1.5s Valley Center
CarriesRidge (rs 998)
CrossesBig Arkansas River
Coordinates37.81060, -97.42668

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignTee Beam
Total Length692.9 ft (211.2 m)
Max Span58.1 ft (17.7 m)
Deck Width46.3 ft (14.1 m)
Deck Area2977.9 sq m
Main Spans12
Year Built1972 (reconstructed 2023)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,986 (2022)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000000870300

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