US-50 HWY over Simmons Creek
FairChase County, Kansas · 5.21 MI NE of K-150 · Structure no. 999905000090651
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,202
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-50 HWY over Simmons Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-50 HWY over Simmons Creek in Chase County, Kansas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 5,202 vehicles a day, roughly 48% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,347 by 2044. The structure is 122 ft (37.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-50 HWY over Simmons Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-50 HWY over Simmons Creek 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 Simmons Creek carry?
About 5,202 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 48% are trucks.
How long is US-50 HWY over Simmons Creek?
The structure is 122 ft (37.3 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US-50 HWY over Simmons Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.