US Bridges

US-75 HWY over Fall River

Good

Wilson County, Kansas · 1.01 MI N U400 Njct · Structure no. 999907501030561

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
233 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,088
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US-75 HWY over Fall River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US-75 HWY over Fall River in Wilson County, Kansas. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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.

It carries about 3,088 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,150 by 2044. The structure is 233 ft (70.9 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS-75 HWY
CrossesFall River
Location1.01 MI N U400 Njct
RouteU.S. Route 75
StateKansas
Coordinates37.4175, -95.69361
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating101 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length233 ft (70.9 m)
Longest span98 ft (30 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,088 (2023)
Projected traffic3,150 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 US-75 HWY over Fall River built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is US-75 HWY 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US-75 HWY over Fall River carry?

About 3,088 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US-75 HWY over Fall River?

The structure is 233 ft (70.9 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (30 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns US-75 HWY over Fall River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.