Bloomington Cmtyrd over Osborne Canal
PoorPosted for loadOsborne County, Kansas · 6.6 Mi. NW of Osborne Ks · Structure no. NKA-OSB-006
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Reclamation
About this bridge
Bloomington Cmtyrd over Osborne Canal is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bloomington Cmtyrd over Osborne Canal in Osborne County, Kansas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 198.8 mi (320 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bloomington Cmtyrd over Osborne Canal built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bloomington Cmtyrd over Osborne Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Bloomington Cmtyrd over Osborne Canal carry?
About 5 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Bloomington Cmtyrd over Osborne Canal?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Bloomington Cmtyrd over Osborne Canal?
It is owned by the Bureau of Reclamation and maintained by the Other Local Agency.