K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage
GoodRush County, Kansas · 0.26 MI E US-183 · Structure no. 999909600830471
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 105 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,785
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage in Rush County, Kansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 1,785 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,012 by 2044. The structure is 105 ft (32.1 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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 K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is K-96 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 K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage carry?
About 1,785 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage?
The structure is 105 ft (32.1 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.
Who owns K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.