US56 HWY over Arkansas River Overflow
GoodPawnee County, Kansas · 15.38 MI NE US183 · Structure no. 999905600730271
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 113 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,457
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US56 HWY over Arkansas River Overflow is a concrete continuous slab carrying US56 HWY over Arkansas River Overflow in Pawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 1,457 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,813 by 2044. The structure is 113 ft (34.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US56 HWY over Arkansas River Overflow built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US56 HWY over Arkansas River Overflow 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US56 HWY over Arkansas River Overflow carry?
About 1,457 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US56 HWY over Arkansas River Overflow?
The structure is 113 ft (34.3 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US56 HWY over Arkansas River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.