US50 HWY over Cottonwood Riv Drain
FairLyon County, Kansas · 0.44 MI West of I-35 JCT · Structure no. 999905000560251
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,887
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US50 HWY over Cottonwood Riv Drain is a concrete culvert carrying US50 HWY over Cottonwood Riv Drain in Lyon County, Kansas. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 78 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 12,887 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,018 by 2044. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US50 HWY over Cottonwood Riv Drain built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is US50 HWY over Cottonwood Riv Drain in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does US50 HWY over Cottonwood Riv Drain carry?
About 12,887 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US50 HWY over Cottonwood Riv Drain?
The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns US50 HWY over Cottonwood Riv Drain?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.