US Bridges

Rs 412 F.5-17.8 over Troublesome Creek

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Lyon County, Kansas · 0.5E 1.8S of Americus · Structure no. 000000000560120

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,599
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 412 F.5-17.8 over Troublesome Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 412 F.5-17.8 over Troublesome Creek in Lyon County, Kansas. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older 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.

It carries about 2,599 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,640 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 412 F.5-17.8
CrossesTroublesome Creek
Location0.5E 1.8S of Americus
RouteCounty Highway 412
CountyLyon County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.48167, -96.25292
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26.6 US tons
Inventory rating15.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.4 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,599 (2007)
Projected traffic2,640 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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$70,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 412 F.5-17.8 over Troublesome Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 412 F.5-17.8 over Troublesome Creek 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 Rs 412 F.5-17.8 over Troublesome Creek carry?

About 2,599 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rs 412 F.5-17.8 over Troublesome Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 412 F.5-17.8 over Troublesome Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.