US Bridges

2200 RD over Lake LA Cygne Spillway

FairPosted for load

Linn County, Kansas · 2.1 MI E of U169 · Structure no. 000000000540031

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
108 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,324
2006 count
Owner
Private
Private (other than railroad)

About this bridge

2200 RD over Lake LA Cygne Spillway is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 2200 RD over Lake LA Cygne Spillway in Linn County, Kansas. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,324 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,800 by 2044. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Carries2200 RD
CrossesLake LA Cygne Spillway
Location2.1 MI E of U169
RouteCounty Highway 409
StateKansas
Coordinates38.33789, -94.64745
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.9 US tons
Inventory rating21.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length108 ft (32.9 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.1 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,324 (2006)
Projected traffic1,800 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerPrivate (other than railroad)
Maintained byPrivate (other than railroad)
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 2200 RD over Lake LA Cygne Spillway built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is 2200 RD over Lake LA Cygne Spillway in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does 2200 RD over Lake LA Cygne Spillway carry?

About 1,324 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 2200 RD over Lake LA Cygne Spillway?

The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns 2200 RD over Lake LA Cygne Spillway?

It is owned by the Private (other than railroad).