US56 HWY over Spring Creek
GoodRice County, Kansas · 9.57 MI E Barton Coln · Structure no. 999905600800401
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 201 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,376
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US56 HWY over Spring Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US56 HWY over Spring Creek in Rice County, Kansas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 3,376 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,444 by 2044. The structure is 201 ft (61.2 m) long and 46 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Spring Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US56 HWY over Spring Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US56 HWY over Spring Creek carry?
About 3,376 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US56 HWY over Spring Creek?
The structure is 201 ft (61.2 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US56 HWY over Spring Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.