K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage
GoodRush County, Kansas · 2.26 MI E Ness Coln · Structure no. 999909600830261
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1957
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,354
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage in Rush County, Kansas. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1957, 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 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 1,354 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,652 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long and 79 ft wide.
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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.
What condition is K96 HWY over Walnut 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage carry?
About 1,354 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.
Who owns K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.