US Bridges

11.7-G.6 Rs 753 over Little Arkansas River

Poor

Harvey County, Kansas · City of Halstead · Structure no. 000000000400505

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected August 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
271 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,370
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

11.7-G.6 Rs 753 over Little Arkansas River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 11.7-G.6 Rs 753 over Little Arkansas River in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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.

It carries about 1,370 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2042. The structure is 271 ft (82.6 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Carries11.7-G.6 Rs 753
CrossesLittle Arkansas River
LocationCity of Halstead
RouteCounty Highway 753
StateKansas
Coordinates38.00722, -97.50583
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating24.8 US tons
Inventory rating18.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length271 ft (82.6 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,370 (2006)
Projected traffic1,600 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$25,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 11.7-G.6 Rs 753 over Little Arkansas River built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is 11.7-G.6 Rs 753 over Little Arkansas River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does 11.7-G.6 Rs 753 over Little Arkansas River carry?

About 1,370 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 11.7-G.6 Rs 753 over Little Arkansas River?

The structure is 271 ft (82.6 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns 11.7-G.6 Rs 753 over Little Arkansas River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.