US Bridges

Rs 1120 E-25 over Stream

GoodPosted for load

Lyon County, Kansas · 4.5S 6.0W of Olpe · Structure no. 000000000560513

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
49
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rs 1120 E-25 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying Rs 1120 E-25 over Stream in Lyon County, Kansas. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 49 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesRs 1120 E-25
CrossesStream
Location4.5S 6.0W of Olpe
RouteCounty Highway 1120
StateKansas
Coordinates38.19381, -96.28431
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (6.9 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic49 (2007)
Projected traffic15 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rs 1120 E-25 over Stream built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rs 1120 E-25 over Stream 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 1120 E-25 over Stream carry?

About 49 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Rs 1120 E-25 over Stream?

The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Rs 1120 E-25 over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.