K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage
FairBarton County, Kansas · 4.47 MI E Rush Coln · Structure no. 999909600050511
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 139 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,042
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage is a concrete continuous slab carrying K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage in Barton County, Kansas. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 84 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 6 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 2,042 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,125 by 2044. The structure is 139 ft (42.3 m) long and 46 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is K96 HWY over Walnut 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage carry?
About 2,042 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage?
The structure is 139 ft (42.3 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.