US56 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage
GoodRice County, Kansas · 10.35 MI E Barton Coln · Structure no. 999905600800071
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,376
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US56 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US56 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage in Rice County, Kansas. It was built in 1943, so it is 82 years old, older 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 3,376 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,444 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US56 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025.
What condition is US56 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US56 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage carry?
About 3,376 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US56 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US56 HWY over Cow Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.