US Bridges

12-F.3 Local over Unnamed Stream

FairPosted for load

Harvey County, Kansas · 0.7S of Halstead · Structure no. 000400803005766

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,145
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

12-F.3 Local over Unnamed Stream is a concrete culvert carrying 12-F.3 Local over Unnamed Stream in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,145 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,340 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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Carries12-F.3 Local
CrossesUnnamed Stream
Location0.7S of Halstead
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.99, -97.50028
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30.8 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 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 traffic1,145 (2006)
Projected traffic1,340 by 2042
Trucks10%
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$12,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 12-F.3 Local over Unnamed Stream built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is 12-F.3 Local over Unnamed Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does 12-F.3 Local over Unnamed Stream carry?

About 1,145 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 12-F.3 Local over Unnamed Stream?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns 12-F.3 Local over Unnamed Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.