US56 HWY over Little Arkansas Riv Drn
GoodRice County, Kansas · 1.57 MI E K46 · Structure no. 999905600800151
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1956
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 71 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,191
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US56 HWY over Little Arkansas Riv Drn is a concrete culvert carrying US56 HWY over Little Arkansas Riv Drn in Rice County, Kansas. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 96 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 3,191 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,742 by 2044. The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 Little Arkansas Riv Drn built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.
What condition is US56 HWY over Little Arkansas Riv Drn 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 Little Arkansas Riv Drn carry?
About 3,191 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US56 HWY over Little Arkansas Riv Drn?
The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns US56 HWY over Little Arkansas Riv Drn?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.