US Bridges

Local Rd. P.9-23.2 over Trib N Br. Independence

FairPosted for load

Atchison County, Kansas · 6.4N 1.3W of Atchison · Structure no. 000031051903481

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local Rd. P.9-23.2 over Trib N Br. Independence is a concrete tee beam carrying Local Rd. P.9-23.2 over Trib N Br. Independence in Atchison County, Kansas. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesLocal Rd. P.9-23.2
CrossesTrib N Br. Independence
Location6.4N 1.3W of Atchison
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyAtchison County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.65135, -95.15775
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.6 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.3 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2007)
Projected traffic30 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Local Rd. P.9-23.2 over Trib N Br. Independence built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local Rd. P.9-23.2 over Trib N Br. Independence in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does Local Rd. P.9-23.2 over Trib N Br. Independence carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Local Rd. P.9-23.2 over Trib N Br. Independence?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.6 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns Local Rd. P.9-23.2 over Trib N Br. Independence?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.