US Bridges

US-50 Highway over Martin Creek

Good

Marion County, Kansas · 3.79 MI E US-77 HWY · Structure no. 999905000570651

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
151 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,996
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-50 Highway over Martin Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-50 Highway over Martin Creek in Marion County, Kansas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 3,996 vehicles a day, roughly 53% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,594 by 2044. The structure is 151 ft (45.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-50 Highway
CrossesMartin Creek
Location3.79 MI E US-77 HWY
RouteU.S. Route 50
StateKansas
Coordinates38.24583, -96.87222
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating101 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length151 ft (45.9 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,996 (2023)
Projected traffic4,594 by 2044
Trucks53%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-50 Highway over Martin Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-50 Highway over Martin 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-50 Highway over Martin Creek carry?

About 3,996 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 53% are trucks.

How long is US-50 Highway over Martin Creek?

The structure is 151 ft (45.9 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US-50 Highway over Martin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.