US Bridges

RD 270 (E.4-13.0) over Troublesome Creek

GoodPosted for load

Lyon County, Kansas · 3.0N of Americus · Structure no. 000560933405000

Built
1924
101 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

RD 270 (E.4-13.0) over Troublesome Creek is a concrete culvert carrying RD 270 (E.4-13.0) over Troublesome Creek in Lyon County, Kansas. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 20 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRD 270 (E.4-13.0)
CrossesTroublesome Creek
Location3.0N of Americus
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyLyon County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.55003, -96.27131
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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width20 ft (6 m)
Roadway width17 ft (5.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2007)
Projected traffic20 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-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 (E.4-13.0) over Troublesome Creek built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.

What condition is RD 270 (E.4-13.0) 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 RD 270 (E.4-13.0) over Troublesome Creek carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is RD 270 (E.4-13.0) over Troublesome Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns RD 270 (E.4-13.0) over Troublesome Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.