US Bridges

RD 135 945.9-526.5 over Stream

GoodPosted for load

Lyon County, Kansas · 2.5S 1.5E of Emporia · Structure no. 000560945905265

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
30
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

RD 135 945.9-526.5 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying RD 135 945.9-526.5 over Stream in Lyon County, Kansas. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRD 135 945.9-526.5
CrossesStream
Location2.5S 1.5E of Emporia
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyLyon County
StateKansas
Coordinates38.35403, -96.15508
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.8 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (2007)
Projected traffic30 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 135 945.9-526.5 over Stream built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is RD 135 945.9-526.5 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 135 945.9-526.5 over Stream carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (2007 count).

How long is RD 135 945.9-526.5 over Stream?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns RD 135 945.9-526.5 over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.