US Bridges

RD 270 929.7-500.0 over Stream

GoodPosted for load

Lyon County, Kansas · 2.5N 2.0W of Americus · Structure no. 000560929705000

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

RD 270 929.7-500.0 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying RD 270 929.7-500.0 over Stream in Lyon County, Kansas. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 55 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRD 270 929.7-500.0
CrossesStream
Location2.5N 2.0W of Americus
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyLyon County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.55036, -96.30794
Functional classRural Local

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 adequacy6: Equal to 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 spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2007)
Projected traffic55 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 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 RD 270 929.7-500.0 over Stream built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is RD 270 929.7-500.0 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 RD 270 929.7-500.0 over Stream carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is RD 270 929.7-500.0 over Stream?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns RD 270 929.7-500.0 over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.