US Bridges

US50 HWY over US56 HWY BNSF RR

Good

Edwards County, Kansas · 0.64 MI NE US56 JCT · Structure no. 999905000240121

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
534 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,125
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US50 HWY over US56 HWY BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US50 HWY over US56 HWY BNSF RR in Edwards County, Kansas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 4,125 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,743 by 2044. The structure is 534 ft (162.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS50 HWY
CrossesUS56 HWY BNSF RR
Location0.64 MI NE US56 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 50
CountyEdwards County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.91861, -99.41861
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.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating40.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length534 ft (162.9 m)
Longest span148 ft (45 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,125 (2023)
Projected traffic4,743 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 US50 HWY over US56 HWY BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US50 HWY over US56 HWY BNSF RR 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US50 HWY over US56 HWY BNSF RR carry?

About 4,125 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US50 HWY over US56 HWY BNSF RR?

The structure is 534 ft (162.9 m) long with a longest span of 148 ft (45 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US50 HWY over US56 HWY BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.