US Bridges

Ellis Avenue over Stream

GoodPosted for load

Ellis County, Kansas · 3.1N of Ellis · Structure no. 000000000260070

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
530
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ellis Avenue over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Ellis Avenue over Stream in Ellis County, Kansas. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 530 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 570 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesEllis Avenue
CrossesStream
Location3.1N of Ellis
RouteCounty Highway 230
CountyEllis County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.98136, -99.55786
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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length28 ft (8.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 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 traffic530 (2020)
Projected traffic570 by 2044
Trucks10%
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$49,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ellis Avenue over Stream built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ellis Avenue over Stream 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Ellis Avenue over Stream carry?

About 530 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Ellis Avenue over Stream?

The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Ellis Avenue over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.