US Bridges

Utah RD (29.2-V.0) over Br. of Black Vermillion

PoorPosted for load

Marshall County, Kansas · 1.5S 0.5E of Vermillion · Structure no. 000580935203420

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

About this bridge

Utah RD (29.2-V.0) over Br. of Black Vermillion is a steel truss - thru carrying Utah RD (29.2-V.0) over Br. of 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 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 62 ft (19 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesUtah RD (29.2-V.0)
CrossesBr. of Black Vermillion
Location1.5S 0.5E of Vermillion
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyMarshall County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.69655, -96.25359
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.
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
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating5.8 US tons
Inventory rating4.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length62 ft (19 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 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 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$280,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Utah RD (29.2-V.0) over Br. of Black Vermillion built?

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

What condition is Utah RD (29.2-V.0) over Br. of 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Utah RD (29.2-V.0) over Br. of Black Vermillion carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Utah RD (29.2-V.0) over Br. of Black Vermillion?

The structure is 62 ft (19 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Utah RD (29.2-V.0) over Br. of Black Vermillion?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.