US 36 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek
GoodNorton County, Kansas · 2.51 MI E JCT US 283 · Structure no. 999903600690581
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 240 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,109
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 36 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 36 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek in Norton County, Kansas. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 2,109 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,377 by 2044. The structure is 240 ft (73.3 m) long and 42 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 36 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 36 HWY over Prairie Dog 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 36 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek carry?
About 2,109 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 36 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek?
The structure is 240 ft (73.3 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (29.9 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 36 HWY over Prairie Dog Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.