US 56 HWY over Martin Creek
GoodJohnson County, Kansas · 1.74 MI E Douglas CO Line · Structure no. 999905600463331
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 56 HWY over Martin Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying US 56 HWY over Martin Creek in Johnson County, Kansas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,044 by 2044. The structure is 64 ft (19.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 56 HWY over Martin Creek built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 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 4,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 56 HWY over Martin Creek?
The structure is 64 ft (19.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 56 HWY over Martin Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.