US Bridges

Rs 1572 over Stream

FairPosted for load

Doniphan County, Kansas · 0.5N 2.0W of Denton · Structure no. 000000000220300

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
127
2005 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1572 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1572 over Stream in Doniphan 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 127 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 130 by 2045. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1572
CrossesStream
Location0.5N 2.0W of Denton
RouteCounty Highway 1572
CountyDoniphan County
StateKansas
Coordinates39.74031, -95.31139
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating23.1 US tons
Inventory rating13.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic127 (2005)
Projected traffic130 by 2045
Trucks11%
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$98,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1572 over Stream built?

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

What condition is Rs 1572 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 2025.

How much traffic does Rs 1572 over Stream carry?

About 127 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Rs 1572 over Stream?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1572 over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.