US Bridges

Rs 1577 37-46-2 over Trib. West Shoo Fly Ck.

GoodPosted for load

Sumner County, Kansas · 2.4S 1.7E of Perth · Structure no. 000000000961070

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
60
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1577 37-46-2 over Trib. West Shoo Fly Ck. is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1577 37-46-2 over Trib. West Shoo Fly Ck. in Sumner 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 120 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1577 37-46-2
CrossesTrib. West Shoo Fly Ck.
Location2.4S 1.7E of Perth
RouteCounty Highway 1577
CountySumner County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.1391, -97.47447
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 inspectionApril 2023
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26.9 US tons
Inventory rating16.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60 (2013)
Projected traffic120 by 2043
Trucks0%
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 Rs 1577 37-46-2 over Trib. West Shoo Fly Ck. built?

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

What condition is Rs 1577 37-46-2 over Trib. West Shoo Fly Ck. 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 1577 37-46-2 over Trib. West Shoo Fly Ck. carry?

About 60 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is Rs 1577 37-46-2 over Trib. West Shoo Fly Ck.?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1577 37-46-2 over Trib. West Shoo Fly Ck.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.