US Bridges

Rs 412 F.0-15.1 over Pester Creek

FairPosted for load

Lyon County, Kansas · 0.5N of Americus · Structure no. 000000000560150

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,599
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 412 F.0-15.1 over Pester Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 412 F.0-15.1 over Pester Creek in Lyon County, Kansas. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,599 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,640 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 412 F.0-15.1
CrossesPester Creek
Location0.5N of Americus
RouteCounty Highway 412
CountyLyon County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.52028, -96.26169
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 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 closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$61,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 412 F.0-15.1 over Pester Creek built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 412 F.0-15.1 over Pester Creek 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does Rs 412 F.0-15.1 over Pester Creek carry?

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

How long is Rs 412 F.0-15.1 over Pester Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Rs 412 F.0-15.1 over Pester Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.