K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage
GoodRush County, Kansas · 6.71 MI E US183 · Structure no. 999909600830401
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,703
- 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 1940 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 85 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 1,703 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,845 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 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 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
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 1,703 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns K96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.