US Bridges

Navajo (rs 1229) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv.

Fair

Marshall County, Kansas · 5.0S 0.2W of Axtell · Structure no. 000000000580570

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
68
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Navajo (rs 1229) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv. is a concrete culvert carrying Navajo (rs 1229) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv. in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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.

It carries about 68 vehicles a day, projected to reach 68 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesNavajo (rs 1229)
CrossesTrib Nfb Vermillion Riv.
Location5.0S 0.2W of Axtell
RouteCounty Highway 1229
CountyMarshall County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.79839, -96.26126
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
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 spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic68 (2007)
Projected traffic68 by 2043
Trucks0%
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 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 Navajo (rs 1229) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv. built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Navajo (rs 1229) 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Navajo (rs 1229) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv. carry?

About 68 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Navajo (rs 1229) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv.?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Navajo (rs 1229) over Trib Nfb Vermillion Riv.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.