US Bridges

US36 HWY over Harris Creek Drainage

Good

Nemaha County, Kansas · 0.38 MI E K236 · Structure no. 999903600660051

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,092
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US36 HWY over Harris Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US36 HWY over Harris Creek Drainage in Nemaha County, Kansas. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 85 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 3,092 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,003 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 km).

Location

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CarriesUS36 HWY
CrossesHarris Creek Drainage
Location0.38 MI E K236
RouteU.S. Route 36
CountyNemaha County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.84111, -95.93222
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,092 (2023)
Projected traffic4,003 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed55.9 mi (90 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 US36 HWY over Harris Creek Drainage built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is US36 HWY over Harris 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US36 HWY over Harris Creek Drainage carry?

About 3,092 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US36 HWY over Harris Creek Drainage?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns US36 HWY over Harris Creek Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.