US Bridges

Rs 1704 SW 60 Ave over Stream

Fair

Kingman County, Kansas · 5.0S 3.0E of Calista · Structure no. 000000000480680

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
280
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1704 SW 60 Ave over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1704 SW 60 Ave over Stream in Kingman 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 5 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 280 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 85 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 1704 SW 60 Ave
CrossesStream
Location5.0S 3.0E of Calista
RouteCounty Highway 1704
CountyKingman County
StateKansas
Coordinates37.56853, -98.22694
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 15
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 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 traffic280 (2021)
Projected traffic85 by 2043
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1704 SW 60 Ave over Stream built?

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

What condition is Rs 1704 SW 60 Ave over 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 1704 SW 60 Ave over Stream carry?

About 280 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 1704 SW 60 Ave over Stream?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1704 SW 60 Ave over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.