US Bridges

Newton Road over Trib. to Fall River

GoodPosted for load

Wilson County, Kansas · 2.0N 1.9W of Neodesha · Structure no. 000000001030500

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
59
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Newton Road over Trib. to Fall River is a concrete culvert carrying Newton Road over Trib. to Fall River in Wilson County, Kansas. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 59 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 71 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesNewton Road
CrossesTrib. to Fall River
Location2.0N 1.9W of Neodesha
RouteCounty Highway 1312
StateKansas
Coordinates37.45783, -95.72482
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 inspectionAugust 2024
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic59 (2013)
Projected traffic71 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Newton Road over Trib. to Fall River built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Newton Road over Trib. to 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 Newton Road over Trib. to Fall River carry?

About 59 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Newton Road over Trib. to Fall River?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Newton Road over Trib. to Fall River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.