Historic Bridges in Kansas

5,656 bridges built before 1951 in Kansas still in service today.

Bridges Built Before 1951

The United States has 5,656 bridges in Kansas built before 1951 that remain in active service. These structures are 75+ years old, many predate modern engineering codes and were not designed for today's traffic volumes and vehicle weights. The average design life of a bridge is 50 years, making these aging structures a significant infrastructure concern.

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Bridge State Condition Year Built Age (Years) ADT
QUIMBY CREEK Kansas Good 1950 76 25
TUTTLE-WOLF CREEK-BOX Kansas Fair 1950 76 300
MADISON CREEK Kansas Fair 1950 76 10
BRANCH OF MADISON CREEK Kansas Fair 1950 76 10
BRANCH OF FARNUM CREEK Kansas Fair 1950 76 10
WILDCAT CREEK Kansas Poor 1950 76 5

About Historic Bridge Data

Bridges built before 1951 are classified as historic in this database. Many were designed to 1940s standards with lower load limits and narrower lanes. While FHWA requires regular inspections of all bridges regardless of age, older structures often require more frequent monitoring and rehabilitation investment.