US Bridges

FAU 403 8-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River

FairPosted for load

Neosho County, Kansas · 1.0S of Chanute · Structure no. 000000000670490

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,315
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAU 403 8-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River is a concrete culvert carrying FAU 403 8-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River in Neosho County, Kansas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 3,315 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,400 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesFAU 403 8-5.35
CrossesTrib. to Neosho River
Location1.0S of Chanute
RouteCounty Highway 1331
CountyNeosho County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.65583, -95.47122
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27.7 US tons
Inventory rating16.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,315 (2020)
Projected traffic3,400 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 FAU 403 8-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAU 403 8-5.35 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 FAU 403 8-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River carry?

About 3,315 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is FAU 403 8-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns FAU 403 8-5.35 over Trib. to Neosho River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.