US-56 HWY over Blaze Fork Creek
GoodMcPherson County, Kansas · 9.32 MI E Rice Coln · Structure no. 999905600591171
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,119
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-56 HWY over Blaze Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-56 HWY over Blaze Fork Creek in McPherson County, Kansas. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 3,119 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,882 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 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 US-56 HWY over Blaze Fork Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-56 HWY over Blaze Fork 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US-56 HWY over Blaze Fork Creek carry?
About 3,119 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US-56 HWY over Blaze Fork Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.
Who owns US-56 HWY over Blaze Fork Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.