US56 HWY over Salt Creek Drainage
GoodLyon County, Kansas · .33 MI West of Osage Cl · Structure no. 999905600560361
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 595
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US56 HWY over Salt Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US56 HWY over Salt Creek Drainage in Lyon County, Kansas. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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.
It carries about 595 vehicles a day, roughly 39% of them trucks, projected to reach 607 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 km).
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 Salt Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is US56 HWY over Salt Creek 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 US56 HWY over Salt Creek Drainage carry?
About 595 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 39% are trucks.
How long is US56 HWY over Salt Creek Drainage?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns US56 HWY over Salt Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.