US Bridges

27th TER(26.5-T.5) over Black Vermillion River

PoorPosted for load

Marshall County, Kansas · 0.5N 1.5E of Vliets · Structure no. 000580929503385

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

About this bridge

27th TER(26.5-T.5) over Black Vermillion River is a steel truss - thru carrying 27th TER(26.5-T.5) over Black Vermillion River 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 2040. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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Carries27th TER(26.5-T.5)
CrossesBlack Vermillion River
Location0.5N 1.5E of Vliets
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMarshall County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.71968, -96.30515
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating6 US tons
Inventory rating3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span59 ft (17.9 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2007)
Projected traffic10 by 2040
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$370,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 27th TER(26.5-T.5) over Black Vermillion River built?

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

What condition is 27th TER(26.5-T.5) 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does 27th TER(26.5-T.5) over Black Vermillion River carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is 27th TER(26.5-T.5) over Black Vermillion River?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (17.9 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns 27th TER(26.5-T.5) over Black Vermillion River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.