US Bridges

Neosho P.5-15.7 over Trib. S. Fk. Pott. Ck.

GoodPosted for load

Anderson County, Kansas · 1.3 S Neosho-Hwy 169 · Structure no. 000021047505403

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
54 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Neosho P.5-15.7 over Trib. S. Fk. Pott. Ck. is a steel culvert carrying Neosho P.5-15.7 over Trib. S. Fk. Pott. Ck. in Anderson County, Kansas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2044. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesNeosho P.5-15.7
CrossesTrib. S. Fk. Pott. Ck.
Location1.3 S Neosho-Hwy 169
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyAnderson County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.25557, -95.23114
Functional classRural Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating11.4 US tons
Inventory rating6.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2014)
Projected traffic25 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Neosho P.5-15.7 over Trib. S. Fk. Pott. Ck. built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Neosho P.5-15.7 over Trib. S. Fk. Pott. Ck. 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 2024.

How much traffic does Neosho P.5-15.7 over Trib. S. Fk. Pott. Ck. carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is Neosho P.5-15.7 over Trib. S. Fk. Pott. Ck.?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns Neosho P.5-15.7 over Trib. S. Fk. Pott. Ck.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.