US-56 HWY over Ash Creek
GoodPawnee County, Kansas · 6.43 MI NE K-156 · Structure no. 999905600730281
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 171 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,884
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-56 HWY over Ash Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-56 HWY over Ash Creek in Pawnee County, Kansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 4,884 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,959 by 2044. The structure is 171 ft (52 m) long and 46 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-56 HWY over Ash Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-56 HWY over Ash 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US-56 HWY over Ash Creek carry?
About 4,884 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US-56 HWY over Ash Creek?
The structure is 171 ft (52 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US-56 HWY over Ash Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.