US Bridges

U-56 HWY over Divrsion Cl and Ped Pass

Good

Barton County, Kansas · 10.90 MI NE Pawnee Coln · Structure no. 999905600050831

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
352 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,636
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U-56 HWY over Divrsion Cl and Ped Pass is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U-56 HWY over Divrsion Cl and Ped Pass in Barton County, Kansas. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,636 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,437 by 2044. The structure is 352 ft (107.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesU-56 HWY
CrossesDivrsion Cl and Ped Pass
Location10.90 MI NE Pawnee Coln
RouteU.S. Route 56
StateKansas
Coordinates38.34306, -98.8175
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69.7 US tons
Inventory rating33.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length352 ft (107.4 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,636 (2023)
Projected traffic4,437 by 2044
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U-56 HWY over Divrsion Cl and Ped Pass built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is U-56 HWY over Divrsion Cl and Ped Pass in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does U-56 HWY over Divrsion Cl and Ped Pass carry?

About 3,636 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is U-56 HWY over Divrsion Cl and Ped Pass?

The structure is 352 ft (107.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns U-56 HWY over Divrsion Cl and Ped Pass?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.