US-59 HWY over White Clay Creek
FairAtchison County, Kansas · 7.80 MI NE K-116 · Structure no. 999905900030061
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,853
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-59 HWY over White Clay Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-59 HWY over White Clay Creek in Atchison County, Kansas. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 4,853 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,951 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 108 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 White Clay Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-59 HWY over White Clay Creek 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 White Clay Creek carry?
About 4,853 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US-59 HWY over White Clay Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 108 ft wide.
Who owns US-59 HWY over White Clay Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.