US Bridges

Rs 375 49-2.3 over Trib. to Drum Creek

FairPosted for load

Neosho County, Kansas · 2.3E of Morehead · Structure no. 000000000670065

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 375 49-2.3 over Trib. to Drum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 375 49-2.3 over Trib. to Drum Creek in Neosho County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 101 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 375 49-2.3
CrossesTrib. to Drum Creek
Location2.3E of Morehead
RouteCounty Highway 375
CountyNeosho County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.384, -95.48522
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2020)
Projected traffic101 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 375 49-2.3 over Trib. to Drum Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 375 49-2.3 over Trib. to Drum Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 375 49-2.3 over Trib. to Drum Creek carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 375 49-2.3 over Trib. to Drum Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Rs 375 49-2.3 over Trib. to Drum Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.