Old US-59 HWY over Skunk Run
GoodFranklin County, Kansas · 0.11 MI N Old K68/7th ST · Structure no. 999905900300901
- Built
- 1905
- 120 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,350
- 2014 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old US-59 HWY over Skunk Run is a concrete culvert carrying Old US-59 HWY over Skunk Run in Franklin County, Kansas. It was built in 1905 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 120 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,620 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 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 Old US-59 HWY over Skunk Run built?
It was built in 1905, making it 120 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is Old US-59 HWY over Skunk Run 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 2024.
How much traffic does Old US-59 HWY over Skunk Run carry?
About 1,350 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Old US-59 HWY over Skunk Run?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.7 m).
Who owns Old US-59 HWY over Skunk Run?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.