US Bridges

Buhler RD.27.08 over Trib Little Arkansas Riv

GoodPosted for load

Reno County, Kansas · 1.0 S of Buhler · Structure no. 000000000780010

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,630
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Buhler RD.27.08 over Trib Little Arkansas Riv is a concrete culvert carrying Buhler RD.27.08 over Trib Little Arkansas Riv in Reno County, Kansas. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,630 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,390 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesBuhler RD.27.08
CrossesTrib Little Arkansas Riv
Location1.0 S of Buhler
RouteCounty Highway 306
StateKansas
Coordinates38.11679, -97.77559
Functional classRural Major 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.5 US tons
Inventory rating18.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,630 (2021)
Projected traffic3,390 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Buhler RD.27.08 over Trib Little Arkansas Riv built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Buhler RD.27.08 over Trib Little Arkansas Riv 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Buhler RD.27.08 over Trib Little Arkansas Riv carry?

About 2,630 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Buhler RD.27.08 over Trib Little Arkansas Riv?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Buhler RD.27.08 over Trib Little Arkansas Riv?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.