US Bridges

Local 2.0-Q.0 over Marmaton River

FairPosted for load

Bourbon County, Kansas · 6.0S 1.0E of Bronson · Structure no. 000061069006020

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
143 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
35
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local 2.0-Q.0 over Marmaton River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Local 2.0-Q.0 over Marmaton River in Bourbon County, Kansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 35 by 2042. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesLocal 2.0-Q.0
CrossesMarmaton River
Location6.0S 1.0E of Bronson
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates37.80405, -95.05104
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being 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 rating49.9 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length143 ft (43.6 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.2 m)
Deck width23 ft (7.1 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2006)
Projected traffic35 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Local 2.0-Q.0 over Marmaton River built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local 2.0-Q.0 over Marmaton 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 Local 2.0-Q.0 over Marmaton River carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Local 2.0-Q.0 over Marmaton River?

The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns Local 2.0-Q.0 over Marmaton River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.