K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek
GoodRush County, Kansas · 3.76 MI E US-183 · Structure no. 999909600830481
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 213 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,703
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek 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 1,703 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,845 by 2044. The structure is 213 ft (64.8 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is K-96 HWY over Walnut 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 K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek carry?
About 1,703 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek?
The structure is 213 ft (64.8 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns K-96 HWY over Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.