US-59 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage
FairAtchison County, Kansas · 4.66 MI NE Jefferson Coln · Structure no. 999905900030011
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,393
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-59 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US-59 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage in Atchison County, Kansas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,393 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,863 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-59 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-59 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does US-59 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage carry?
About 2,393 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US-59 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns US-59 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.