US Bridges

Rd. a (A.0-1.1) over Stream

FairPosted for load

Lyon County, Kansas · 5.0N 5.0W of Bushong · Structure no. 000560925004761

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rd. a (A.0-1.1) over Stream is a concrete slab carrying Rd. a (A.0-1.1) over Stream 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 5 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 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesRd. a (A.0-1.1)
CrossesStream
Location5.0N 5.0W of Bushong
RouteCounty Highway 5601
CountyLyon County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.72069, -96.35294
Functional classRural Minor 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.8 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.6 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2007)
Projected traffic20 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$64,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rd. a (A.0-1.1) over Stream built?

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

What condition is Rd. a (A.0-1.1) over Stream 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 Rd. a (A.0-1.1) over Stream carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Rd. a (A.0-1.1) over Stream?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Rd. a (A.0-1.1) over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.