K53 HWY over Arkansas River
Fair Condition72 years old3,878 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Kansas |
| County | Sumner |
| Location | 3.95 Mi E Us81 |
| Carries | K53 HWY |
| Crosses | Arkansas River |
| Coordinates | 37.47556, -97.26139 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 8 (Very Good) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 3 — Scour critical |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 799.5 ft (243.7 m) |
| Max Span | 89.9 ft (27.4 m) |
| Deck Width | 42.0 ft (12.8 m) |
| Deck Area | 3119.4 sq m |
| Main Spans | 9 |
| Year Built | 1954 (reconstructed 2002) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 3,878 (2023) |
| Truck Traffic | 11% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 823 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 999905300961071 |