US Bridges

K39 HWY over Sko RR

Good

Neosho County, Kansas · 0.22 MI N S JCT K39 · Structure no. 999903900670961

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
102 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,243
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K39 HWY over Sko RR is a concrete culvert carrying K39 HWY over Sko RR in Neosho County, Kansas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 7,243 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,538 by 2044. The structure is 102 ft (31.2 m) long and 250 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesK39 HWY
CrossesSko RR
Location0.22 MI N S JCT K39
RouteState Highway 39
CountyNeosho County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.68611, -95.45194
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length102 ft (31.2 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width250 ft (76.2 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,243 (2023)
Projected traffic7,538 by 2044
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 K39 HWY over Sko RR built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is K39 HWY over Sko RR 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does K39 HWY over Sko RR carry?

About 7,243 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is K39 HWY over Sko RR?

The structure is 102 ft (31.2 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 250 ft wide.

Who owns K39 HWY over Sko RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.