US Bridges

US36 HWY over Robinson Creek

Good

Norton County, Kansas · 3.39 MI E JCT K261 · Structure no. 999903600690801

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,851
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US36 HWY over Robinson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US36 HWY over Robinson Creek in Norton County, Kansas. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 2,851 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,967 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long and 120 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesUS36 HWY
CrossesRobinson Creek
Location3.39 MI E JCT K261
RouteU.S. Route 36
CountyNorton County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.83444, -99.90333
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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating91.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.2 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width120 ft (36.5 m)
Roadway width117 ft (35.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,851 (2023)
Projected traffic2,967 by 2044
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 Robinson Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US36 HWY over Robinson 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 US36 HWY over Robinson Creek carry?

About 2,851 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is US36 HWY over Robinson Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 120 ft wide.

Who owns US36 HWY over Robinson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.