DD-20.95 197 over Trib. Little Blue River
PoorPosted for loadWashington County, Kansas · 2.5E of Barnes · Structure no. 001010875003389
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 20
- 2014 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
DD-20.95 197 over Trib. Little Blue River is a concrete slab carrying DD-20.95 197 over Trib. Little Blue River in Washington County, Kansas. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 25 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was DD-20.95 197 over Trib. Little Blue River built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.
What condition is DD-20.95 197 over Trib. Little Blue River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does DD-20.95 197 over Trib. Little Blue River carry?
About 20 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is DD-20.95 197 over Trib. Little Blue River?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns DD-20.95 197 over Trib. Little Blue River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.