US56 HWY over Little Bull Creek
GoodJohnson County, Kansas · 0.50 MI W I35 · Structure no. 999905600462721
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US56 HWY over Little Bull Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US56 HWY over Little Bull Creek in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 28,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,462 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 129 ft wide.
Location
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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 US56 HWY over Little Bull Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US56 HWY over Little Bull Creek 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US56 HWY over Little Bull Creek carry?
About 28,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US56 HWY over Little Bull Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 129 ft wide.
Who owns US56 HWY over Little Bull Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.