US Bridges

US-54 HWY over Neosho River Drainage

Good

Allen County, Kansas · 2.53 MI E Woodson Coln · Structure no. 999905400010531

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,343
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-54 HWY over Neosho River Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying US-54 HWY over Neosho River Drainage in Allen County, Kansas. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 2,343 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,439 by 2044. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-54 HWY
CrossesNeosho River Drainage
Location2.53 MI E Woodson Coln
RouteU.S. Route 54
StateKansas
Coordinates37.92194, -95.47306
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length45 ft (13.6 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,343 (2023)
Projected traffic2,439 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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-54 HWY over Neosho River Drainage built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-54 HWY over Neosho 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US-54 HWY over Neosho River Drainage carry?

About 2,343 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US-54 HWY over Neosho River Drainage?

The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns US-54 HWY over Neosho River Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.