US Bridges

Rs 291 180th RD over Trib. to Neosho River

GoodPosted for load

Woodson County, Kansas · 008 2.0S 0.7W Neosho Fall · Structure no. 000000001040008

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
90
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 291 180th RD over Trib. to Neosho River is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 291 180th RD over Trib. to Neosho River in Woodson County, Kansas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 90 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 120 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesRs 291 180th RD
CrossesTrib. to Neosho River
Location008 2.0S 0.7W Neosho Fall
RouteCounty Highway 291
StateKansas
Coordinates37.98006, -95.56925
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating24.1 US tons
Inventory rating14.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.2 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic90 (2019)
Projected traffic120 by 2044
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Rs 291 180th RD over Trib. to Neosho River built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 291 180th RD over Trib. to Neosho 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Rs 291 180th RD over Trib. to Neosho River carry?

About 90 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Rs 291 180th RD over Trib. to Neosho River?

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 291 180th RD over Trib. to Neosho River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.