US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River Drn
FairChase County, Kansas · 9.34 MI NE Marion Coln · Structure no. 999905000090581
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 133 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,673
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River Drn is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River Drn in Chase County, Kansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 3,673 vehicles a day, roughly 54% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,058 by 2044. The structure is 133 ft (40.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River Drn built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River Drn 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 2023.
How much traffic does US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River Drn carry?
About 3,673 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 54% are trucks.
How long is US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River Drn?
The structure is 133 ft (40.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River Drn?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.