US Bridges

US-36 HWY over Kyle Railroad

Good

Republic County, Kansas · 8.05 MI E K-266 · Structure no. 999903600790541

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
343 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,637
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-36 HWY over Kyle Railroad is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-36 HWY over Kyle Railroad in Republic County, Kansas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 2,637 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,972 by 2044. The structure is 343 ft (104.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-36 HWY
CrossesKyle Railroad
Location8.05 MI E K-266
RouteU.S. Route 36
StateKansas
Coordinates39.81167, -97.7125
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating86.4 US tons
Inventory rating51.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length343 ft (104.5 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,637 (2023)
Projected traffic2,972 by 2044
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Kyle Railroad built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-36 HWY over Kyle Railroad 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 Kyle Railroad carry?

About 2,637 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US-36 HWY over Kyle Railroad?

The structure is 343 ft (104.5 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US-36 HWY over Kyle Railroad?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.