US Bridges

US36 HWY over Cedar Creek

Good

Nemaha County, Kansas · 7.90 MI E K236 · Structure no. 999903600660081

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

About this bridge

US36 HWY over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US36 HWY over Cedar Creek 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 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesUS36 HWY
CrossesCedar Creek
Location7.90 MI E K236
RouteU.S. Route 36
CountyNemaha County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.84139, -95.79111
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating52.6 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 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 closed24.9 mi (40 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 Cedar Creek built?

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

What condition is US36 HWY over Cedar 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US36 HWY over Cedar Creek carry?

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

How long is US36 HWY over Cedar Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US36 HWY over Cedar Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.