Rs 1493 5.5-W.7 over Trib. Little Blue River
GoodPosted for loadWashington County, Kansas · 3.2W 3.0N of Hanover · Structure no. 000000001010780
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 95
- 2014 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rs 1493 5.5-W.7 over Trib. Little Blue River is a concrete continuous slab carrying Rs 1493 5.5-W.7 over Trib. Little Blue River in Washington County, Kansas. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 95 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 114 by 2043. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 28 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Rs 1493 5.5-W.7 over Trib. Little Blue River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rs 1493 5.5-W.7 over Trib. Little Blue 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Rs 1493 5.5-W.7 over Trib. Little Blue River carry?
About 95 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Rs 1493 5.5-W.7 over Trib. Little Blue River?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Rs 1493 5.5-W.7 over Trib. Little Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.