RD 53 over Trib. to Rattlesnake Ck.
FairKiowa County, Kansas · 1.0N 1.0E of Haviland · Structure no. 000490629006249
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
RD 53 over Trib. to Rattlesnake Ck. is a concrete culvert carrying RD 53 over Trib. to Rattlesnake Ck. in Kiowa County, Kansas. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2046. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RD 53 over Trib. to Rattlesnake Ck. built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is RD 53 over Trib. to Rattlesnake Ck. 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does RD 53 over Trib. to Rattlesnake Ck. carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is RD 53 over Trib. to Rattlesnake Ck.?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns RD 53 over Trib. to Rattlesnake Ck.?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.