US-59 HWY Nb-Sb over Drainage
GoodDouglas County, Kansas · 2.2M N of JCT US-56/US-59 · Structure no. 999905900231541
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,233
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-59 HWY Nb-Sb over Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US-59 HWY Nb-Sb over Drainage in Douglas County, Kansas. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 5,233 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,776 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long and 650 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-59 HWY Nb-Sb over Drainage built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-59 HWY Nb-Sb over 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 US-59 HWY Nb-Sb over Drainage carry?
About 5,233 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US-59 HWY Nb-Sb over Drainage?
The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 650 ft wide.
Who owns US-59 HWY Nb-Sb over Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.