US Bridges

Local 15.1-CC.5 over Branch Black Vermillion

PoorPosted for load

Marshall County, Kansas · 8.0S 5.5W of Frankfort · Structure no. 000580907103565

Built
1910
115 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local 15.1-CC.5 over Branch Black Vermillion is a steel truss - thru carrying Local 15.1-CC.5 over Branch Black Vermillion in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1910, so it is 115 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesLocal 15.1-CC.5
CrossesBranch Black Vermillion
Location8.0S 5.5W of Frankfort
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMarshall County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.58787, -96.51849
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

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.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating9.9 US tons
Inventory rating6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span27 ft (8.2 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.7 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2007)
Projected traffic10 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$280,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Local 15.1-CC.5 over Branch Black Vermillion built?

It was built in 1910, making it 115 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local 15.1-CC.5 over Branch Black Vermillion 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Local 15.1-CC.5 over Branch Black Vermillion carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Local 15.1-CC.5 over Branch Black Vermillion?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns Local 15.1-CC.5 over Branch Black Vermillion?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.