US Bridges

35-16.6 Minor over Trib. to Neosho River

Good

Neosho County, Kansas · 5.5S 1.1E of Erie · Structure no. 000671049606460

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

35-16.6 Minor over Trib. to Neosho River is a concrete culvert carrying 35-16.6 Minor over Trib. to Neosho River in Neosho County, Kansas. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 years old, older 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 48 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Carries35-16.6 Minor
CrossesTrib. to Neosho River
Location5.5S 1.1E of Erie
RouteCounty Highway 6708
StateKansas
Coordinates37.48522, -95.22376
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2019)
Projected traffic48 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 35-16.6 Minor over Trib. to Neosho River built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is 35-16.6 Minor 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does 35-16.6 Minor over Trib. to Neosho River carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 35-16.6 Minor over Trib. to Neosho River?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns 35-16.6 Minor over Trib. to Neosho River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.