US Bridges

Rs 496 12-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River

FairPosted for load

Neosho County, Kansas · 1.8S 1.0E of Chanute · Structure no. 000000000670140

Built
1924
101 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
55 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
305
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 496 12-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Rs 496 12-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River in Neosho County, Kansas. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 6 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 305 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 366 by 2044. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 496 12-5.35
CrossesTrib. to Neosho River
Location1.8S 1.0E of Chanute
RouteCounty Highway 496
CountyNeosho County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.65524, -95.43439
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating23.8 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.7 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.5 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic305 (2020)
Projected traffic366 by 2044
Trucks15%
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$290,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 496 12-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 496 12-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River 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 496 12-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River carry?

About 305 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Rs 496 12-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 496 12-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.