Buhler RD.27.40 over Little Arkansas River
GoodReno County, Kansas · 0.8 S of Buhler · Structure no. 000000000780020
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 313 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,630
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Buhler RD.27.40 over Little Arkansas River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Buhler RD.27.40 over Little Arkansas River 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.
It carries about 2,630 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,390 by 2046. The structure is 313 ft (95.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Buhler RD.27.40 over Little Arkansas River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Buhler RD.27.40 over Little Arkansas 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Buhler RD.27.40 over Little Arkansas River carry?
About 2,630 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Buhler RD.27.40 over Little Arkansas River?
The structure is 313 ft (95.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Buhler RD.27.40 over Little Arkansas River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.