US40 US59 HWY over US 40 Street Drainage
GoodDouglas County, Kansas · 1.16 MI South of 59 N JCT · Structure no. 999904000230071
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,986
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US40 US59 HWY over US 40 Street Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US40 US59 HWY over US 40 Street Drainage in Douglas County, Kansas. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 years old, older 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 13,986 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,754 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US40 US59 HWY over US 40 Street Drainage built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is US40 US59 HWY over US 40 Street Drainage 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 2024.
How much traffic does US40 US59 HWY over US 40 Street Drainage carry?
About 13,986 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US40 US59 HWY over US 40 Street Drainage?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns US40 US59 HWY over US 40 Street Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.