US Bridges

Cty RD U (S-28.4) over Trib. to Fall River

PoorPosted for load

Greenwood County, Kansas · 6.0E 3.4S of Eureka · Structure no. 000370943006064

Built
1924
101 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
36
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cty RD U (S-28.4) over Trib. to Fall River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Cty RD U (S-28.4) over Trib. to Fall River in Greenwood County, Kansas. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 3 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 36 vehicles a day, projected to reach 36 by 2043. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesCty RD U (S-28.4)
CrossesTrib. to Fall River
Location6.0E 3.4S of Eureka
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyGreenwood County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.77517, -96.19798
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.
Substructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Channel and channel protection3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15.9 US tons
Inventory rating11.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckOther
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width18 ft (5.4 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36 (2006)
Projected traffic36 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$215,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cty RD U (S-28.4) over Trib. to Fall River built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cty RD U (S-28.4) over Trib. to 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 2024.

How much traffic does Cty RD U (S-28.4) over Trib. to Fall River carry?

About 36 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Cty RD U (S-28.4) over Trib. to Fall River?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.

Who owns Cty RD U (S-28.4) over Trib. to Fall River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.