This single span Quadrangular Through Truss bridge crosses Chapman Creek in Chapman.
The bridge features a single span with riveted connections. In addition, it is built with a large skew which greatly affects the appearance of the bridge.
While similar to other trusses on this line, this design of truss is relatively rare in Kansas and Missouri.
Reportedly built in 1902, the bridge has had little alteration since construction. The one alteration is the replacement of the original portal bracings to be able to accommodate larger trains.
The bridge rests on stone substructures, and is easy to access from the parallel road. The builder is assumed based on similar bridges.
The bridge remains in great condition and is well maintained, although is not part of the busiest mainline across Kansas.
The author has ranked this bridge as being moderately significant, due to the low number of Quadrangular Trusses in the region, as well as the skew.
The photo above is an overview. The bridge can be accessed from a parallel road.