US Bridges

K-149-HWY over W Fork Neosho River Drg

Good

Morris County, Kansas · 1.9 MI N of US-56 · Structure no. 999914900640471

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
262
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-149-HWY over W Fork Neosho River Drg is a concrete culvert carrying K-149-HWY over W Fork Neosho River Drg in Morris County, Kansas. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 years old, younger than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 262 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 267 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesK-149-HWY
CrossesW Fork Neosho River Drg
Location1.9 MI N of US-56
RouteState Highway 149
StateKansas
Coordinates38.68, -96.745
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating67.9 US tons
Inventory rating52.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width92 ft (28 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic262 (2023)
Projected traffic267 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was K-149-HWY over W Fork Neosho River Drg built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-149-HWY over W Fork Neosho River Drg in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does K-149-HWY over W Fork Neosho River Drg carry?

About 262 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is K-149-HWY over W Fork Neosho River Drg?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.

Who owns K-149-HWY over W Fork Neosho River Drg?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.