Old US-59 over West Fork Tauy Creek Drg
FairDouglas County, Kansas · 1.09 MI N US56 · Structure no. 999905900230161
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 266
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old US-59 over West Fork Tauy Creek Drg is a concrete culvert carrying Old US-59 over West Fork Tauy Creek Drg in Douglas County, Kansas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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 5 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 266 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old US-59 over West Fork Tauy Creek Drg built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old US-59 over West Fork Tauy Creek Drg 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Old US-59 over West Fork Tauy Creek Drg carry?
About 266 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Old US-59 over West Fork Tauy Creek Drg?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).
Who owns Old US-59 over West Fork Tauy Creek Drg?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.