Cty RD 27(Y.9-37.2 over Fall River
PoorPosted for loadGreenwood County, Kansas · 2.6N 2.4W of Fall River · Structure no. 000370955906242
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 215 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cty RD 27(Y.9-37.2 over Fall River is a steel truss - thru carrying Cty RD 27(Y.9-37.2 over Fall River in Greenwood County, Kansas. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2043. The structure is 215 ft (65.4 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Cty RD 27(Y.9-37.2 over Fall River built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cty RD 27(Y.9-37.2 over 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 27(Y.9-37.2 over Fall River carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2006 count).
How long is Cty RD 27(Y.9-37.2 over Fall River?
The structure is 215 ft (65.4 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns Cty RD 27(Y.9-37.2 over Fall River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.