US Bridges

3-G.7 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream

GoodPosted for load

Harvey County, Kansas · 1.3S of Burrton · Structure no. 000000000400130

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
675
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

3-G.7 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream is a concrete culvert carrying 3-G.7 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 675 vehicles a day, projected to reach 790 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Carries3-G.7 Rs 305
CrossesUnnamed Stream
Location1.3S of Burrton
RouteCounty Highway 305
StateKansas
Coordinates38.00944, -97.66556
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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
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 rating20.1 US tons
Inventory rating12.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.7 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic675 (2006)
Projected traffic790 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$105,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 3-G.7 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is 3-G.7 Rs 305 over Unnamed 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does 3-G.7 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream carry?

About 675 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is 3-G.7 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.7 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns 3-G.7 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.