US Bridges

SE 120 S. X.3-19.0 over Trib. to Chikaskia River

GoodPosted for load

Kingman County, Kansas · 1.3N 2.3E of Rago · Structure no. 000480743306480

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

SE 120 S. X.3-19.0 over Trib. to Chikaskia River is a concrete culvert carrying SE 120 S. X.3-19.0 over Trib. to Chikaskia River in Kingman County, Kansas. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 20 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 24 by 2043. The structure is 52 ft (16 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSE 120 S. X.3-19.0
CrossesTrib. to Chikaskia River
Location1.3N 2.3E of Rago
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateKansas
Coordinates37.47218, -98.03861
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating35.4 US tons
Inventory rating21.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length52 ft (16 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2021)
Projected traffic24 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 SE 120 S. X.3-19.0 over Trib. to Chikaskia River built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is SE 120 S. X.3-19.0 over Trib. to Chikaskia River 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SE 120 S. X.3-19.0 over Trib. to Chikaskia River carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SE 120 S. X.3-19.0 over Trib. to Chikaskia River?

The structure is 52 ft (16 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns SE 120 S. X.3-19.0 over Trib. to Chikaskia River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.