US Bridges

28-R.3 Rs 422 over Unnamed Stream

PoorPosted for load

Harvey County, Kansas · 3.0E 3.3N of Walton · Structure no. 000000000400380

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
260
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

28-R.3 Rs 422 over Unnamed Stream is a concrete culvert carrying 28-R.3 Rs 422 over Unnamed Stream in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 75 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 4 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 260 vehicles a day, projected to reach 305 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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Carries28-R.3 Rs 422
CrossesUnnamed Stream
Location3.0E 3.3N of Walton
RouteCounty Highway 422
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.16361, -97.20861
Functional classRural Major Collector

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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic260 (2006)
Projected traffic305 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 28-R.3 Rs 422 over Unnamed Stream built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is 28-R.3 Rs 422 over Unnamed 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does 28-R.3 Rs 422 over Unnamed Stream carry?

About 260 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is 28-R.3 Rs 422 over Unnamed Stream?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns 28-R.3 Rs 422 over Unnamed Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.