US50 HWY over Sugar Creek
PoorReno County, Kansas · 11.87 MI E Old US50 · Structure no. 999905000780031
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 72 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,016
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US50 HWY over Sugar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US50 HWY over Sugar Creek in Reno County, Kansas. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 3,016 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,077 by 2044. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US50 HWY over Sugar Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is US50 HWY over Sugar Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does US50 HWY over Sugar Creek carry?
About 3,016 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is US50 HWY over Sugar Creek?
The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US50 HWY over Sugar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.