US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River
FairMarion County, Kansas · 1.19 MI E US-77 · Structure no. 999905000570531
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 485 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,007
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River in Marion County, Kansas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 4,007 vehicles a day, roughly 52% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,607 by 2044. The structure is 485 ft (147.7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River carry?
About 4,007 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 52% are trucks.
How long is US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River?
The structure is 485 ft (147.7 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US-50 HWY over Cottonwood River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.