US Bridges

US-59 HWY over Middle Creek Drainage

Good

Franklin County, Kansas · 7.76 MI N Anderson Coln · Structure no. 999905900300891

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,043
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-59 HWY over Middle Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US-59 HWY over Middle Creek Drainage in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 6,043 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,374 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-59 HWY
CrossesMiddle Creek Drainage
Location7.76 MI N Anderson Coln
RouteU.S. Route 59
StateKansas
Coordinates38.49667, -95.26694
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,043 (2023)
Projected traffic7,374 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 US-59 HWY over Middle Creek Drainage built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-59 HWY over Middle 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US-59 HWY over Middle Creek Drainage carry?

About 6,043 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US-59 HWY over Middle Creek Drainage?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns US-59 HWY over Middle Creek Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.