US Bridges

US-36 HWY over South Fork Mill Creek

Good

Republic County, Kansas · 0.47 MI E K-139 · Structure no. 999903600790511

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
142 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,159
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-36 HWY over South Fork Mill Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US-36 HWY over South Fork Mill Creek in Republic County, Kansas. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 1,159 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,182 by 2044. The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesUS-36 HWY
CrossesSouth Fork Mill Creek
Location0.47 MI E K-139
RouteU.S. Route 36
StateKansas
Coordinates39.81333, -97.45361
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length142 ft (43.4 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,159 (2023)
Projected traffic1,182 by 2044
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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 US-36 HWY over South Fork Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-36 HWY over South Fork Mill 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does US-36 HWY over South Fork Mill Creek carry?

About 1,159 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US-36 HWY over South Fork Mill Creek?

The structure is 142 ft (43.4 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US-36 HWY over South Fork Mill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.