NB US-59 HWY over West Fork Tauy Creek
GoodFranklin County, Kansas · 6.0M N of I-35 · Structure no. 999900500301201
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 173 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,907
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NB US-59 HWY over West Fork Tauy Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying NB US-59 HWY over West Fork Tauy Creek in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,907 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,582 by 2044. The structure is 173 ft (52.6 m) long and 52 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NB US-59 HWY over West Fork Tauy Creek built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is NB US-59 HWY over West Fork Tauy Creek 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does NB US-59 HWY over West Fork Tauy Creek carry?
About 3,907 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is NB US-59 HWY over West Fork Tauy Creek?
The structure is 173 ft (52.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns NB US-59 HWY over West Fork Tauy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.