US Bridges

Cty RD G (G-20.7) over W. Branch of Fall River

PoorPosted for load

Greenwood County, Kansas · 6.0W 5.0N of Eureka · Structure no. 000370919005907

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
116 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cty RD G (G-20.7) over W. Branch of Fall River is a concrete slab carrying Cty RD G (G-20.7) over W. Branch of Fall River in Greenwood County, Kansas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2043. The structure is 116 ft (35.4 m) long and 17 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesCty RD G (G-20.7)
CrossesW. Branch of Fall River
Location6.0W 5.0N of Eureka
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates37.88715, -96.4165
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

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.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating15.9 US tons
Inventory rating11.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckOther
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length116 ft (35.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width17 ft (5.2 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2006)
Projected traffic20 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$655,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cty RD G (G-20.7) over W. Branch of Fall River built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cty RD G (G-20.7) over W. Branch of Fall River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does Cty RD G (G-20.7) over W. Branch of Fall River carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Cty RD G (G-20.7) over W. Branch of Fall River?

The structure is 116 ft (35.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.

Who owns Cty RD G (G-20.7) over W. Branch of Fall River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.