US Bridges

US56 HWY over Middle Fork Tauy Crk Drg

Good

Douglas County, Kansas · 1.95 Miles East of US-59 · Structure no. 999905600231881

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
83 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,350
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US56 HWY over Middle Fork Tauy Crk Drg is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US56 HWY over Middle Fork Tauy Crk Drg in Douglas County, Kansas. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 4,350 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,975 by 2044. The structure is 83 ft (25.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

CarriesUS56 HWY
CrossesMiddle Fork Tauy Crk Drg
Location1.95 Miles East of US-59
RouteU.S. Route 56
StateKansas
Coordinates38.78222, -95.23278
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating73.2 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length83 ft (25.2 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,350 (2023)
Projected traffic5,975 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US56 HWY over Middle Fork Tauy Crk Drg built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is US56 HWY over Middle Fork Tauy Crk Drg 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 US56 HWY over Middle Fork Tauy Crk Drg carry?

About 4,350 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US56 HWY over Middle Fork Tauy Crk Drg?

The structure is 83 ft (25.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US56 HWY over Middle Fork Tauy Crk Drg?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.