US Bridges

Indian RD (rs 442) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv.

Fair

Marshall County, Kansas · 3.5W of Axtell · Structure no. 000000000580360

Built
1930
95 years old, rebuilt 1962
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
315
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Indian RD (rs 442) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv. is a concrete culvert carrying Indian RD (rs 442) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv. in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 95 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.

It carries about 315 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 315 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesIndian RD (rs 442)
CrossesTrib Nfb Vermillion Riv.
Location3.5W of Axtell
RouteCounty Highway 442
CountyMarshall County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.87096, -96.31977
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic315 (2007)
Projected traffic315 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$60,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Indian RD (rs 442) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv. built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.

What condition is Indian RD (rs 442) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv. 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 Indian RD (rs 442) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv. carry?

About 315 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Indian RD (rs 442) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv.?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Indian RD (rs 442) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.