K55 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage
GoodSumner County, Kansas · 4.38 MI E US81 · Structure no. 999905500961141
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,016
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
K55 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying K55 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage in Sumner County, Kansas. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 1,016 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,665 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long and 32 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was K55 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.
What condition is K55 HWY over Ninnescah River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does K55 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage carry?
About 1,016 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is K55 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage?
The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns K55 HWY over Ninnescah River Drainage?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.