US-50 HWY over French Creek
GoodChase County, Kansas · 2.80 MI NE Marion Coln · Structure no. 999905000090691
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 133 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,724
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-50 HWY over French Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-50 HWY over French Creek 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 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 3,724 vehicles a day, roughly 56% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,115 by 2044. The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 French Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-50 HWY over French Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US-50 HWY over French Creek carry?
About 3,724 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 56% are trucks.
How long is US-50 HWY over French Creek?
The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US-50 HWY over French Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.