US-56 HWY over Martin Creek
GoodJohnson County, Kansas · 2.76 MI E Douglas Coln · Structure no. 999905600462961
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-56 HWY over Martin Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-56 HWY over Martin Creek in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 4,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,181 by 2044. The structure is 113 ft (34.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-56 HWY over Martin Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-56 HWY over Martin 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 US-56 HWY over Martin Creek carry?
About 4,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US-56 HWY over Martin Creek?
The structure is 113 ft (34.3 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US-56 HWY over Martin Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.