US Bridges

Trail West RD 9.32 over Trib N Fk Ninnescah Rv

GoodPosted for load

Reno County, Kansas · 0.5W of Plevna · Structure no. 000000000780260

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
153
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Trail West RD 9.32 over Trib N Fk Ninnescah Rv is a concrete culvert carrying Trail West RD 9.32 over Trib N Fk Ninnescah Rv in Reno County, Kansas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 153 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2046. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesTrail West RD 9.32
CrossesTrib N Fk Ninnescah Rv
Location0.5W of Plevna
RouteCounty Highway 555
CountyReno County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.96992, -98.32083
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15.1 US tons
Inventory rating9.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 10
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic153 (2021)
Projected traffic180 by 2046
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$370,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Trail West RD 9.32 over Trib N Fk Ninnescah Rv built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Trail West RD 9.32 over Trib N Fk Ninnescah Rv 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 Trail West RD 9.32 over Trib N Fk Ninnescah Rv carry?

About 153 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Trail West RD 9.32 over Trib N Fk Ninnescah Rv?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Trail West RD 9.32 over Trib N Fk Ninnescah Rv?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.