US Bridges

Local Rd. G-3.2 over Trib. to Deleware River

PoorPosted for load

Atchison County, Kansas · 3.0N 0.2E of Arrington · Structure no. 000031013203680

Built
1920
105 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
52 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local Rd. G-3.2 over Trib. to Deleware River is a steel truss - thru carrying Local Rd. G-3.2 over Trib. to Deleware River in Atchison County, Kansas. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 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 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2042. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 198.8 mi (320 km).

CarriesLocal Rd. G-3.2
CrossesTrib. to Deleware River
Location3.0N 0.2E of Arrington
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates39.50675, -95.5314
Functional classRural Local

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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating15.8 US tons
Inventory rating9.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5 (2007)
Projected traffic5 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed198.8 mi (320 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$325,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Local Rd. G-3.2 over Trib. to Deleware River built?

It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local Rd. G-3.2 over Trib. to Deleware 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Local Rd. G-3.2 over Trib. to Deleware River carry?

About 5 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Local Rd. G-3.2 over Trib. to Deleware River?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Local Rd. G-3.2 over Trib. to Deleware River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.