US56 HWY WB over UP Railroad
GoodMcPherson County, Kansas · 1.52 MI E US81 Alt WB · Structure no. 999905600590711
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 325 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,495
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US56 HWY WB over UP Railroad is a concrete continuous slab carrying US56 HWY WB over UP Railroad in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5,495 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,193 by 2044. The structure is 325 ft (99.2 m) long and 33 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US56 HWY WB over UP Railroad built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US56 HWY WB over UP Railroad 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US56 HWY WB over UP Railroad carry?
About 5,495 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US56 HWY WB over UP Railroad?
The structure is 325 ft (99.2 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US56 HWY WB over UP Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.