US 36 HWY over Prairie Road
GoodBrown County, Kansas · 4.95 MI E of JCT 73& 36 · Structure no. 999903600070341
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 89 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,109
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 36 HWY over Prairie Road is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 36 HWY over Prairie Road in Brown County, Kansas. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 3,109 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,025 by 2044. The structure is 89 ft (27 m) long and 42 ft wide.
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 36 HWY over Prairie Road built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 36 HWY over Prairie Road 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 36 HWY over Prairie Road carry?
About 3,109 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is US 36 HWY over Prairie Road?
The structure is 89 ft (27 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 36 HWY over Prairie Road?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.