US Bridges

3-O.8 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream

FairPosted for load

Harvey County, Kansas · 6.8N of Burrton · Structure no. 000000000400160

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
215
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

3-O.8 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream is a concrete culvert carrying 3-O.8 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 215 vehicles a day, projected to reach 251 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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Carries3-O.8 Rs 305
CrossesUnnamed Stream
Location6.8N of Burrton
RouteCounty Highway 305
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.12806, -97.66556
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26.8 US tons
Inventory rating19.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic215 (2006)
Projected traffic251 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$60,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 3-O.8 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is 3-O.8 Rs 305 over Unnamed 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does 3-O.8 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream carry?

About 215 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is 3-O.8 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns 3-O.8 Rs 305 over Unnamed Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.