US Bridges

7-A.2 Minor over Stream

GoodPosted for load

Harvey County, Kansas · 4.0E 7.8S of Burrton · Structure no. 000400793005868

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
55
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

7-A.2 Minor over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying 7-A.2 Minor over Stream in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Carries7-A.2 Minor
CrossesStream
Location4.0E 7.8S of Burrton
RouteCounty Highway 4003
StateKansas
Coordinates37.91407, -97.59209
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 spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 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 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 7-A.2 Minor over Stream built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is 7-A.2 Minor over 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 7-A.2 Minor over Stream carry?

About 55 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is 7-A.2 Minor over Stream?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns 7-A.2 Minor over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.