US Bridges

Local RD (L.2-290) over Stream

GoodPosted for load

Lyon County, Kansas · 5.0S 0.5E of Allen · Structure no. 000560945304960

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
92
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Local RD (L.2-290) over Stream is a concrete continuous slab carrying Local RD (L.2-290) over Stream in Lyon County, Kansas. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 92 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesLocal RD (L.2-290)
CrossesStream
Location5.0S 0.5E of Allen
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyLyon County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.57908, -96.16631
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
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 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 Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.4 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic92 (2007)
Projected traffic100 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$468,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Local RD (L.2-290) over Stream built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is Local RD (L.2-290) 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 Local RD (L.2-290) over Stream carry?

About 92 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is Local RD (L.2-290) over Stream?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns Local RD (L.2-290) over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.