US Bridges

7-D.9 Minor over Kisiwa Creek

GoodPosted for load

Harvey County, Kansas · 4.0E 4.1S of Burrton · Structure no. 000400793005801

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
55
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

7-D.9 Minor over Kisiwa Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 7-D.9 Minor over Kisiwa Creek in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 55 vehicles a day, projected to reach 65 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Carries7-D.9 Minor
CrossesKisiwa Creek
Location4.0E 4.1S of Burrton
RouteCounty Highway 4003
StateKansas
Coordinates37.97028, -97.59194
Functional classRural Minor 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55 (2006)
Projected traffic65 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 7-D.9 Minor over Kisiwa Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is 7-D.9 Minor over Kisiwa Creek 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 7-D.9 Minor over Kisiwa Creek carry?

About 55 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is 7-D.9 Minor over Kisiwa Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns 7-D.9 Minor over Kisiwa Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.