29th Ter (rs 440) over Black Vermillion River
FairPosted for loadMarshall County, Kansas · S. Edge of Vermillion · Structure no. 000000000580290
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 222 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 122
- 2007 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
29th Ter (rs 440) over Black Vermillion River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 29th Ter (rs 440) over Black Vermillion River in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 5 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 122 vehicles a day, projected to reach 122 by 2043. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 29th Ter (rs 440) over Black Vermillion River built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is 29th Ter (rs 440) over Black Vermillion River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does 29th Ter (rs 440) over Black Vermillion River carry?
About 122 vehicles per day (2007 count).
How long is 29th Ter (rs 440) over Black Vermillion River?
The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.2 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns 29th Ter (rs 440) over Black Vermillion River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.