US Bridges

K96 HWY over S F Walnut CR Drainag

Good

Ness County, Kansas · 4.70 MI East of Lane Cl · Structure no. 999909600680271

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1957
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
872
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K96 HWY over S F Walnut CR Drainag is a concrete culvert carrying K96 HWY over S F Walnut CR Drainag in Ness County, Kansas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 95 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 872 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 890 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 196 ft wide.

CarriesK96 HWY
CrossesS F Walnut CR Drainag
Location4.70 MI East of Lane Cl
RouteState Highway 96
StateKansas
Coordinates38.45028, -100.16806
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width196 ft (59.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic872 (2023)
Projected traffic890 by 2044
Trucks42%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 K96 HWY over S F Walnut CR Drainag built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.

What condition is K96 HWY over S F Walnut CR Drainag 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does K96 HWY over S F Walnut CR Drainag carry?

About 872 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.

How long is K96 HWY over S F Walnut CR Drainag?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 196 ft wide.

Who owns K96 HWY over S F Walnut CR Drainag?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.