US Bridges

Rs 2096 1200 ST over Monarch Overpass

Good

Allen County, Kansas · 1.2S of Humboldt · Structure no. 000000000010666

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
148 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,304
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 2096 1200 ST over Monarch Overpass is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rs 2096 1200 ST over Monarch Overpass in Allen County, Kansas. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 2,304 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,318 by 2044. The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRs 2096 1200 ST
CrossesMonarch Overpass
Location1.2S of Humboldt
RouteCounty Highway 2096
StateKansas
Coordinates37.79436, -95.43532
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length148 ft (45.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.1 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,304 (2006)
Projected traffic2,318 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$304,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 2096 1200 ST over Monarch Overpass built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 2096 1200 ST over Monarch Overpass 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 2096 1200 ST over Monarch Overpass carry?

About 2,304 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 2096 1200 ST over Monarch Overpass?

The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 2096 1200 ST over Monarch Overpass?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.