K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage
FairBarton County, Kansas · 7.78 MI E Rush Coln · Structure no. 999909600050531
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,309
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage in Barton County, Kansas. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 83 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 2,309 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,551 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 47 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 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 2,309 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage?
The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.