US Bridges

23rd RD (22.0-U.9) over Black Vermillion River

PoorPosted for load

Marshall County, Kansas · 1.5E of Frankfort · Structure no. 000580921003409

Built
1908
117 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
194 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

23rd RD (22.0-U.9) over Black Vermillion River is a steel truss - thru carrying 23rd RD (22.0-U.9) over Black Vermillion River in Marshall County, Kansas. It was built in 1908, so it is 117 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 3 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 2043. The structure is 194 ft (59 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries23rd RD (22.0-U.9)
CrossesBlack Vermillion River
Location1.5E of Frankfort
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMarshall County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.698, -96.389
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
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating6 US tons
Inventory rating5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1 (+3 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length194 ft (59 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck14 ft (4.3 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2007)
Projected traffic10 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$550,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 23rd RD (22.0-U.9) over Black Vermillion River built?

It was built in 1908, making it 117 years old in 2025.

What condition is 23rd RD (22.0-U.9) over Black Vermillion River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does 23rd RD (22.0-U.9) over Black Vermillion River carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is 23rd RD (22.0-U.9) over Black Vermillion River?

The structure is 194 ft (59 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns 23rd RD (22.0-U.9) over Black Vermillion River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.