US Bridges

E-21.3 Local over Unnamed Stream

Fair

Harvey County, Kansas · 3.0S of Newton · Structure no. 000400821305800

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

E-21.3 Local over Unnamed Stream is a concrete culvert carrying E-21.3 Local over Unnamed Stream in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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.

It carries about 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 117 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesE-21.3 Local
CrossesUnnamed Stream
Location3.0S of Newton
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHarvey County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.97028, -97.32944
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width70 ft (21.3 m)
Roadway width69 ft (20.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2006)
Projected traffic117 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$7,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was E-21.3 Local over Unnamed Stream built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is E-21.3 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 E-21.3 Local over Unnamed Stream carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is E-21.3 Local over Unnamed Stream?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.

Who owns E-21.3 Local over Unnamed Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.