US Bridges

Rs 413 D.8-16.0 over Troublesome Creek

GoodPosted for load

Lyon County, Kansas · 1.2W of Americus · Structure no. 000000000560160

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
75
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 413 D.8-16.0 over Troublesome Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 413 D.8-16.0 over Troublesome Creek in Lyon County, Kansas. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 75 vehicles a day, projected to reach 85 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRs 413 D.8-16.0
CrossesTroublesome Creek
Location1.2W of Americus
RouteCounty Highway 413
CountyLyon County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.50753, -96.28214
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 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic75 (2007)
Projected traffic85 by 2043
Trucks0%
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 413 D.8-16.0 over Troublesome Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 413 D.8-16.0 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 413 D.8-16.0 over Troublesome Creek carry?

About 75 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Rs 413 D.8-16.0 over Troublesome Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 413 D.8-16.0 over Troublesome Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.