Rs 1556 Falcon Rd. over Delaware River
GoodBrown County, Kansas · 0.3N 3.8W of Mercier · Structure no. 000000000070050
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 140 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 57
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rs 1556 Falcon Rd. over Delaware River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rs 1556 Falcon Rd. over Delaware River in Brown County, Kansas. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 57 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2044. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rs 1556 Falcon Rd. over Delaware River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rs 1556 Falcon Rd. over Delaware 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Rs 1556 Falcon Rd. over Delaware River carry?
About 57 vehicles per day (2016 count).
How long is Rs 1556 Falcon Rd. over Delaware River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Rs 1556 Falcon Rd. over Delaware River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.