US Bridges

Rs 412 F.5-18.5 over Neosho River

Good

Lyon County, Kansas · 0.5E 2.5S of Americus · Structure no. 000000000560110

Built
1963
62 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
278 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,599
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 412 F.5-18.5 over Neosho River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rs 412 F.5-18.5 over Neosho River in Lyon County, Kansas. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 62 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.

It carries about 2,599 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,650 by 2043. The structure is 278 ft (84.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesRs 412 F.5-18.5
CrossesNeosho River
Location0.5E 2.5S of Americus
RouteCounty Highway 412
StateKansas
Coordinates38.47144, -96.253
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.9 US tons
Inventory rating58.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length278 ft (84.6 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,599 (2007)
Projected traffic2,650 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 412 F.5-18.5 over Neosho River built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is Rs 412 F.5-18.5 over Neosho River 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 412 F.5-18.5 over Neosho River carry?

About 2,599 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 412 F.5-18.5 over Neosho River?

The structure is 278 ft (84.6 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 412 F.5-18.5 over Neosho River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.