245th St. Rs 57 over Trib. Little Osage River
FairPosted for loadBourbon County, Kansas · 3.0E 2.2S of Fulton · Structure no. 000000000060250
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 170
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
245th St. Rs 57 over Trib. Little Osage River is a concrete culvert carrying 245th St. Rs 57 over Trib. Little Osage River in Bourbon County, Kansas. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 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 6 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 170 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 170 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 245th St. Rs 57 over Trib. Little Osage River built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.
What condition is 245th St. Rs 57 over Trib. Little Osage River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does 245th St. Rs 57 over Trib. Little Osage River carry?
About 170 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is 245th St. Rs 57 over Trib. Little Osage River?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns 245th St. Rs 57 over Trib. Little Osage River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.