US Bridges

661-1.2 Rs 661 over Fall River

GoodPosted for load

Wilson County, Kansas · 2.2S 0.5E of Neodesha · Structure no. 000000001030190

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
259 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
195
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

661-1.2 Rs 661 over Fall River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 661-1.2 Rs 661 over Fall River in Wilson County, Kansas. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 195 vehicles a day, projected to reach 234 by 2042. The structure is 259 ft (78.8 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Carries661-1.2 Rs 661
CrossesFall River
Location2.2S 0.5E of Neodesha
RouteCounty Highway 661
StateKansas
Coordinates37.39709, -95.67907
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.9 US tons
Inventory rating22.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length259 ft (78.8 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic195 (2013)
Projected traffic234 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 661-1.2 Rs 661 over Fall River built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is 661-1.2 Rs 661 over Fall 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does 661-1.2 Rs 661 over Fall River carry?

About 195 vehicles per day (2013 count).

How long is 661-1.2 Rs 661 over Fall River?

The structure is 259 ft (78.8 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns 661-1.2 Rs 661 over Fall River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.