US Bridges

S. Old Settlers RD over Kisiwa Creek

GoodPosted for load

Harvey County, Kansas · 7.0E 4.9S of Burrton · Structure no. 000400799005809

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
56 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

S. Old Settlers RD over Kisiwa Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S. Old Settlers RD over Kisiwa Creek in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 15 vehicles a day, projected to reach 18 by 2042. The structure is 56 ft (17 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesS. Old Settlers RD
CrossesKisiwa Creek
Location7.0E 4.9S of Burrton
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.95583, -97.53722
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating21.7 US tons
Inventory rating12.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length56 ft (17 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.7 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S. Old Settlers RD over Kisiwa Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is S. Old Settlers RD 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 S. Old Settlers RD over Kisiwa Creek carry?

About 15 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is S. Old Settlers RD over Kisiwa Creek?

The structure is 56 ft (17 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns S. Old Settlers RD over Kisiwa Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.