US Bridges

Idaho RD 13.7-O.0 over Stream

Fair

Allen County, Kansas · 3.0N 7.2W of Elsmore · Structure no. 000011041705980

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Idaho RD 13.7-O.0 over Stream is a concrete slab carrying Idaho RD 13.7-O.0 over Stream in Allen County, Kansas. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesIdaho RD 13.7-O.0
CrossesStream
Location3.0N 7.2W of Elsmore
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyAllen County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.83466, -95.28611
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.3 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2006)
Projected traffic50 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Idaho RD 13.7-O.0 over Stream built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Idaho RD 13.7-O.0 over Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Idaho RD 13.7-O.0 over Stream carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is Idaho RD 13.7-O.0 over Stream?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Idaho RD 13.7-O.0 over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.