US50 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage
GoodFord County, Kansas · 1.05 MI E JCT US50/US56 · Structure no. 999905000290181
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,044
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US50 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US50 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage in Ford County, Kansas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 76 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 8,044 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,815 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 86 ft wide.
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US50 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is US50 HWY over Elm Creek 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US50 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage carry?
About 8,044 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US50 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns US50 HWY over Elm Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.