US56 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage
PoorRice County, Kansas · 6.85 MI E Barton Coln · Structure no. 999905600800011
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1948
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,406
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US56 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US56 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage in Rice County, Kansas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1948, so it is 94 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 3,406 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,839 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 43 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US56 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1948.
What condition is US56 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US56 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage carry?
About 3,406 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US56 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US56 HWY over Spring Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.