US56 HWY over Little Arkansas River
FairRice County, Kansas · 1.38 MI E K46 · Structure no. 999905600800141
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 133 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,191
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US56 HWY over Little Arkansas River is a concrete continuous slab carrying US56 HWY over Little Arkansas River in Rice County, Kansas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,191 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,742 by 2044. The structure is 133 ft (40.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US56 HWY over Little Arkansas River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is US56 HWY over Little Arkansas River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does US56 HWY over Little Arkansas River carry?
About 3,191 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US56 HWY over Little Arkansas River?
The structure is 133 ft (40.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US56 HWY over Little Arkansas River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.