US Bridges

Rs 251 (saddle Rd) over Trib. to Arkansas Riv.

GoodPosted for load

Ford County, Kansas · 7.6W 0.5N of Ford · Structure no. 000000000290010

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
760
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 251 (saddle Rd) over Trib. to Arkansas Riv. is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 251 (saddle Rd) over Trib. to Arkansas Riv. in Ford 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 760 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 210 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 251 (saddle Rd)
CrossesTrib. to Arkansas Riv.
Location7.6W 0.5N of Ford
RouteCounty Highway 251
CountyFord County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.64719, -99.89872
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating21.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic760 (2023)
Projected traffic210 by 2043
Trucks10%
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 Rs 251 (saddle Rd) over Trib. to Arkansas Riv. built?

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

What condition is Rs 251 (saddle Rd) over Trib. to Arkansas Riv. 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 251 (saddle Rd) over Trib. to Arkansas Riv. carry?

About 760 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 251 (saddle Rd) over Trib. to Arkansas Riv.?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Rs 251 (saddle Rd) over Trib. to Arkansas Riv.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.