US Bridges

D-7.3 Local over Kisiwa Creek

Good

Harvey County, Kansas · 3.0S 4.7W of Halstead · Structure no. 000400793305820

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
15
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

D-7.3 Local over Kisiwa Creek is a concrete culvert carrying D-7.3 Local over Kisiwa Creek in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 18 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesD-7.3 Local
CrossesKisiwa Creek
Location3.0S 4.7W of Halstead
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.95583, -97.58722
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15 (2006)
Projected traffic18 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$5,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was D-7.3 Local over Kisiwa Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is D-7.3 Local 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 D-7.3 Local over Kisiwa Creek carry?

About 15 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is D-7.3 Local over Kisiwa Creek?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns D-7.3 Local over Kisiwa Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.