4th Rd. Rs 431 over Little Blue River
PoorPosted for loadMarshall County, Kansas · N. Edge of Waterville · Structure no. 000000000580060
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 569 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 323
- 2007 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
4th Rd. Rs 431 over Little Blue River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 4th Rd. Rs 431 over Little Blue River in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 323 vehicles a day, projected to reach 363 by 2042. The structure is 569 ft (173.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 4th Rd. Rs 431 over Little Blue River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is 4th Rd. Rs 431 over Little Blue 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does 4th Rd. Rs 431 over Little Blue River carry?
About 323 vehicles per day (2007 count).
How long is 4th Rd. Rs 431 over Little Blue River?
The structure is 569 ft (173.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns 4th Rd. Rs 431 over Little Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.