189th RD (rs 589) over Smoky Hill River
FairPosted for loadRussell County, Kansas · 5.0S 3.0E of Russell · Structure no. 000000000840290
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 432 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 220
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
189th RD (rs 589) over Smoky Hill River is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying 189th RD (rs 589) over Smoky Hill River in Russell County, Kansas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 220 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2044. The structure is 432 ft (131.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 189th RD (rs 589) over Smoky Hill River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is 189th RD (rs 589) over Smoky Hill River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does 189th RD (rs 589) over Smoky Hill River carry?
About 220 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is 189th RD (rs 589) over Smoky Hill River?
The structure is 432 ft (131.8 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns 189th RD (rs 589) over Smoky Hill River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.