Us-56 HWY over Arkansas River

Good Condition30 years old7,133 vehicles/day

Location

StateKansas
CountyFord
Location2.6 Mi NE Of 56/283 Sjct
CarriesUs-56 HWY
CrossesArkansas River
Coordinates37.73389, -99.97917

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length958.7 ft (292.2 m)
Max Span98.1 ft (29.9 m)
Deck Width45.9 ft (14 m)
Deck Area4090.8 sq m
Main Spans10
Year Built1996

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,133 (2023)
Truck Traffic26%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number999905600290641

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