US56 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage
FairPawnee County, Kansas · 7.81 MI NE K156 · Structure no. 999905600730051
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,884
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US56 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US56 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage in Pawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 91 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 4,884 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,959 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 88 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US56 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is US56 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does US56 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage carry?
About 4,884 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US56 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.
Who owns US56 HWY over Ash Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.