US Bridges

RD 200 (E.4-20.0) over Stream

GoodPosted for load

Lyon County, Kansas · 4.0S of Americus · Structure no. 000560933405140

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

RD 200 (E.4-20.0) over Stream is a concrete slab carrying RD 200 (E.4-20.0) over Stream in Lyon County, Kansas. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 50 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRD 200 (E.4-20.0)
CrossesStream
Location4.0S of Americus
RouteCounty Highway 5616
CountyLyon County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.44872, -96.27072
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 traffic50 (2007)
Projected traffic50 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$63,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was RD 200 (E.4-20.0) over Stream built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is RD 200 (E.4-20.0) 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 200 (E.4-20.0) over Stream carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is RD 200 (E.4-20.0) 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 200 (E.4-20.0) over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.