US Bridges

US-36 HWY over Mill Creek

Good

Washington County, Kansas · 5.73MI EWJCTK15 Ct · Structure no. 999903601010451

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
220 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,924
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-36 HWY over Mill Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-36 HWY over Mill Creek in Washington County, Kansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 1,924 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,002 by 2044. The structure is 220 ft (67.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesUS-36 HWY
CrossesMill Creek
Location5.73MI EWJCTK15 Ct
RouteU.S. Route 36
StateKansas
Coordinates39.81333, -97.06028
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating97.4 US tons
Inventory rating49.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length220 ft (67.2 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,924 (2023)
Projected traffic2,002 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US-36 HWY over Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-36 HWY over Mill 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US-36 HWY over Mill Creek carry?

About 1,924 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US-36 HWY over Mill Creek?

The structure is 220 ft (67.2 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US-36 HWY over Mill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.