Ave. U over Arkansas River

Fair Condition57 years old125 vehicles/day

Location

StateKansas
CountyRice
Location0.9s 2.5w Of Alden
CarriesAve. U
CrossesArkansas River
Coordinates38.23214, -98.36143

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length524.0 ft (159.7 m)
Max Span39.7 ft (12.1 m)
Deck Width24.3 ft (7.4 m)
Deck Area1181.8 sq m
Main Spans14
Year Built1969

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic125 (2021)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000800709205440

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