US Bridges

Local 23.5-D.0 over Trib. Little Osage River

GoodPosted for load

Bourbon County, Kansas · 3.5E 1.0S of Fulton · Structure no. 000061111505760

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local 23.5-D.0 over Trib. Little Osage River is a concrete culvert carrying Local 23.5-D.0 over Trib. Little Osage River in Bourbon County, Kansas. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 8 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesLocal 23.5-D.0
CrossesTrib. Little Osage River
Location3.5E 1.0S of Fulton
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates37.99361, -94.65194
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length33 ft (10 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2006)
Projected traffic40 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$109,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Local 23.5-D.0 over Trib. Little Osage River built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local 23.5-D.0 over Trib. Little Osage River 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Local 23.5-D.0 over Trib. Little Osage River carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Local 23.5-D.0 over Trib. Little Osage River?

The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Local 23.5-D.0 over Trib. Little Osage River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.