US Bridges

3-7.2 Local over Trib. to Neosho River

Good

Neosho County, Kansas · 2.5N 3.2E of Chanute · Structure no. 000671031206140

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

3-7.2 Local over Trib. to Neosho River is a concrete culvert carrying 3-7.2 Local over Trib. to Neosho River in Neosho County, Kansas. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 20 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 25 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Carries3-7.2 Local
CrossesTrib. to Neosho River
Location2.5N 3.2E of Chanute
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates37.71843, -95.39547
Functional classRural Local

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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2020)
Projected traffic25 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 3-7.2 Local over Trib. to Neosho River built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is 3-7.2 Local over Trib. to Neosho River 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 2024.

How much traffic does 3-7.2 Local over Trib. to Neosho River carry?

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

How long is 3-7.2 Local over Trib. to Neosho River?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns 3-7.2 Local over Trib. to Neosho River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.