US50 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage
GoodHamilton County, Kansas · 1.77 MI E Colo. State LN · Structure no. 999905000380041
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,216
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US50 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US50 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage in Hamilton County, Kansas. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 88 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 2,216 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,261 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long and 55 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US50 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is US50 HWY over Arkansas River 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 Arkansas River Drainage carry?
About 2,216 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US50 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage?
The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US50 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.