US Bridges

2nd Terr. 1.5-U.0 over Trib. Little Blue River

FairPosted for load

Marshall County, Kansas · 1.5N 1.5W of Waterville · Structure no. 000580879503400

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

2nd Terr. 1.5-U.0 over Trib. Little Blue River is a concrete culvert carrying 2nd Terr. 1.5-U.0 over Trib. Little Blue River in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 27 ft wide.

Location

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Carries2nd Terr. 1.5-U.0
CrossesTrib. Little Blue River
Location1.5N 1.5W of Waterville
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMarshall County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.71159, -96.77928
Functional classRural Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating17 US tons
Inventory rating17 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2007)
Projected traffic10 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$225,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 2nd Terr. 1.5-U.0 over Trib. Little Blue River built?

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

What condition is 2nd Terr. 1.5-U.0 over Trib. Little Blue 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does 2nd Terr. 1.5-U.0 over Trib. Little Blue River carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is 2nd Terr. 1.5-U.0 over Trib. Little Blue River?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns 2nd Terr. 1.5-U.0 over Trib. Little Blue River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.