US Bridges

Rs 1132 over Trib. to Neosho River

PoorPosted for load

Allen County, Kansas · 3.8W 2.2S of Iola · Structure no. 000000000010380

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
106
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1132 over Trib. to Neosho River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rs 1132 over Trib. to Neosho River in Allen County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 106 vehicles a day, projected to reach 106 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRs 1132
CrossesTrib. to Neosho River
Location3.8W 2.2S of Iola
RouteCounty Highway 1132
StateKansas
Coordinates37.87841, -95.48762
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic106 (2006)
Projected traffic106 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$109,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1132 over Trib. to Neosho River built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1132 over Trib. to Neosho River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 1132 over Trib. to Neosho River carry?

About 106 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Rs 1132 over Trib. to Neosho River?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1132 over Trib. to Neosho River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.