US Bridges

Kiowa Rd. 16.9-N.5 over Stream

PoorPosted for load

Atchison County, Kansas · 2.9N 1.5E of Lancaster · Structure no. 000031039503525

Built
1920
105 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected July 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
52 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kiowa Rd. 16.9-N.5 over Stream is a steel truss - thru carrying Kiowa Rd. 16.9-N.5 over Stream in Atchison County, Kansas. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 5 vehicles a day, projected to reach 7 by 2043. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesKiowa Rd. 16.9-N.5
CrossesStream
Location2.9N 1.5E of Lancaster
CountyAtchison County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.61778, -95.27409
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating9 US tons
Inventory rating6.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5 (2007)
Projected traffic7 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$305,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Kiowa Rd. 16.9-N.5 over Stream built?

It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.

What condition is Kiowa Rd. 16.9-N.5 over Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does Kiowa Rd. 16.9-N.5 over Stream carry?

About 5 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Kiowa Rd. 16.9-N.5 over Stream?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Kiowa Rd. 16.9-N.5 over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.