US50 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage
GoodPosted for loadHamilton County, Kansas · 3.55 MI E K27 Ejct · Structure no. 999905000380271
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 164 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,257
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US50 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage is a concrete continuous slab carrying US50 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage in Hamilton County, Kansas. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 92 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 2,257 vehicles a day, roughly 49% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,303 by 2044. The structure is 164 ft (49.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US50 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
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 2,257 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 49% are trucks.
How long is US50 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage?
The structure is 164 ft (49.9 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US50 HWY over Arkansas River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.