SB US-59 HWY over BNSF Railroad
GoodFranklin County, Kansas · 1.2M Nof I-35 · Structure no. 999905900301081
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 243 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,280
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SB US-59 HWY over BNSF Railroad is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SB US-59 HWY over BNSF Railroad 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 2,280 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,388 by 2044. The structure is 243 ft (74 m) long and 43 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SB US-59 HWY over BNSF Railroad built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is SB US-59 HWY over BNSF Railroad 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 SB US-59 HWY over BNSF Railroad carry?
About 2,280 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SB US-59 HWY over BNSF Railroad?
The structure is 243 ft (74 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns SB US-59 HWY over BNSF Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.